Job Title
Grinder Manual and CNC Setter/Operator MK1 – CNC Grinding Experience with RSS Okuma Experience preferred or any external grinding experience.
Competitive Hourly Rate
£16.80 to £17.31 per hour including 17.5% shift allowance (dependent upon skill).
Shift
AM shift pattern – Monday to Thursday 6 am to 2.30 pm – Friday 6 am to 11.30 am.
Prime Location
Leicester, Meridian Business Park, LE19 1WH.
Benefits
Excellent pension package up to 10% employer pension contribution, 6× basic salary life assurance, annual bonus scheme, bronze medical healthcare scheme, uniform, excellent working conditions and site.
Essential Functions
The key activities outlined below represent an overview only of the position of Grinding Setter/Operator based on site at the Leicester Plant and should not be seen as a prescriptive list of activities. A flexible and responsive approach to this role is vital, together with the initiative in identifying and focusing on the needs of the business and its customers.
Specific Responsibilities
- Set, fault find & operate machines to produce fasteners to strict tolerances.
- Use gauges, micrometers, shadow graphs to ensure parts conform to the drawing.
- Self‑certify personal work.
- Prove out programmes so they are in line with correct timings in accordance with our manufacturing and quality standards.
- Keep all computer files and manual paperwork accurate and up to date at all times.
- Produce SPC charts and records.
- Maintain housekeeping to the highest standards.
- Adhere to all quality procedures, taking an active part in root cause analysis.
General Company Support
- Train on all machines to ensure 100% flexibility in the workplace; once fully trained, train others.
- Actively take part in locally focused or multi‑functional continuous‑improvement teams.
- Work as a fully flexible team member within the Company to maximise production and quality.
- Maximise plant and resource utilisation.
Company Responsibilities
- Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
- Adhere to all company EHS requirements and actively participate in identification and elimination of hazards.
- Undertake and promote personal self‑development, in line with company and personal aims.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience in the operation of RSS and Okuma, or any external grinding experience.
- Experience working within a busy manufacturing environment.
- Experience setting grinding machines.
- Aerospace experience would be advantageous.
Person Specification
Communication
- Strong communication skills.
- Communicates effectively with fellow team members.
- Listens to others and respects their opinions.
- Strong team skills.
- Emphasises importance of reaching work objectives.
- Builds strong relationships with other departments.
Personal Attributes
- Shows determination in reaching productivity targets.
- Demonstrates high attention to detail/accuracy.
- Generates and is open to new ideas.
- Works on own initiative.
- Willingness to develop new skills.
Problem Solving
- Critically examines parts for accuracy and quality.
- Ensures work is carried out to set standards and specifications.
- Ensures compliance with legislation, including Health and Safety.
Technical Knowledge
- Basic understanding or appreciation of problem solving.
Performance Management/Review
Competence in the Grinding Setter/Operator’s role will be based on the holder’s ability to meet the requirements set out in this description and display the behaviours outlined in the person specification. The performance review tool will be used to support this process.
About Us
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 billion in revenue in 2024, our products enable fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to customer success and making a positive impact on the world.
About The Team
Howmet fastening systems are the premier aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, bearings, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose‑to‑tail on commercial and military defence aircraft, as well as on jet engines, automobiles, commercial transport vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems and construction and industrial equipment.
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