Job Description & Skills Required
SPE a well-established company, currently expanding, are looking for highly motivated and skilled CNC Operator specializing in Struder Cylindrical Grinding Machines, to set-up, program, monitor and operate the grinding machines to produce high-precision components for critical industries.
Successful candidates must have the following experiences and skills:
- Set up, operate and monitor the Studer CNC cylindrical grinder
- Evaluate drawings and technical specifications to ensure all components meet the exact requirements
- Select, mount, and balance grinding wheels and dressing tools.
- Execute setups and operations on Studer CNC cylindrical grinding machines safely.
- Optimize machining processes by adjusting speeds, feeds, and tooling offsets.
- Interpret technical blueprints to determine precise sequence of operations.
- Perform rigorous quality checks using micrometers and air gauges and surface finish testers
- Achieve dimensional tolerances consistently down to sub-micron levels.
- Troubleshoot program errors directly at the machine control panel.
Process and Quality Control
- Manage tight tolerances and surface finishes in line with aerospace standards
- Document quality checks and carry out in-process inspections in accordance with aerospace standards
Production Management
- Manage aerospace components through both mill-turn and grinding operations
- Coordinate with the planning team to meet customer delivery deadlines
- Contribute to process improvements, reduction of cycle times and scrap minimisation
Required Experience:
- Previous experience in CNC machining
- Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles for interpreting complex engineering drawings would be an advantage, training will be provided
- Experience with relevant inspection tools and quality standards for aerospace
Pay: €30,000.00-€40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
