Grinder

Company: Syntech Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Aldershot
Job Description:

Overview

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (e.g. 07:30–16:00 with early finish Friday). A well-established precision engineering company based in Aldershot is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist / Toolroom Engineer with strong grinding experience. This is a superb opportunity to join a long-standing, stable business producing complex, low-volume components for high-spec industries including aerospace, defence and motorsport. We’re helping them identify a capable, hands-on machinist with a strong grounding in surface, cylindrical or bore grinding.

What’s on Offer

  • Monday to Friday day shift

  • Early Friday finish

  • 1.3x overtime pay (Monday–Friday)

  • 1.5x overtime pay (Saturday–Sunday)

  • Secure, permanent role within a stable company

  • Varied work on low-volume, high-precision components

Manual Machinist Responsibilities

  • Operate manual grinding machinery including:

    • Surface grinders

    • Cylindrical grinders

    • Bore/internal grinders

  • Produce one-off and small batch precision components to tight tolerances

  • Work from engineering drawings and job cards

  • Use measuring tools (micrometers, gauges etc.) to inspect and ensure accuracy

  • Operate additional manual machines such as lathes and mills as required

  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet customer specs and deadlines

Manual Machinist Requirements

  • Proven experience in manual machining and precision grinding

  • Strong skills in surface, cylindrical and internal grinding

  • Comfortable working to fine tolerances from technical drawings

  • Self-sufficient, accurate and methodical approach to work

  • Apprentice-trained or qualified by experience in an engineering environment

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Posted: June 4th, 2026