Description
General Operator – Centreless Grinding
I Holland Limited is the world's most well-known producer of tablet punches and dies. We have been in business for 75 years and are a true British industrial success. Thousands of customers in over 100 countries rely on us to supply precise tooling solutions based on our decades of experience, research, and engineering know-how.
Job Purpose:
• Machine Operation: Operating the centerless grinding machine, which includes starting, stopping, and adjusting the machine as necessary.
• Monitoring: Observing the machine and workpieces during operation to ensure proper functioning and to identify any issues such as excessive vibration, unusual noises, or irregularities in the workpiece.
• Inspection: Regularly inspecting the workpieces using measuring instruments (such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges) to ensure they meet the required specifications and tolerances.
The successful candidate should have:
• Previous grinding experience desirable on both manual and CNC machines, but we are also willing to train someone with the right attitude, i.e a willingness to learn and follow safe systems of work.
• Experience using Cincinnati grinding machines is desirable
• Good housekeeping skills and strict adherence to procedures/work instructions, particularly relating to accurate measure, will also be required for this role
• Due to the nature of the shifts, the applicant must be capable of working unsupervised, be able to use their own initiative to solve problems and be self-motivated to meet the necessary targets on output and quality
• Experience with reading and interpreting technical drawings is desirable
• Ability to work to tight manufacturing tolerances
• Experience with, or an ability to learn how to use a variety of measuring equipment (micrometres, verniers and various gauges)
• A flexible attitude to work
Profit-related pay is an addition after the probationary period
Key Performance Indicators:
• Daily throughput targets
• Excellent Product Quality
• Reduced scrap and NCRs
• Adapt with business growth and sales plan
Hours of work:
Shift working mornings, afternoons and nights rotating
AM shift 6 am-2 pm
PM shift 2 pm-10 pm
Night shift 10 pm-6 am
18-30% shift pay
Overtime is paid at Time and a Half after 39 hours
Pay and benefits:
The starting rate for this position is £13.13 - £15.08 per hour, depending on experience. There will be an 18% shift premium when working mornings or afternoons and 30% when working night shifts. However, whilst undergoing training, you may be on the 2-day shifts for which an 18% shift premium is payable.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon the following conditions: agreement to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, References/Background & Right to Work Documentation checks. The Company may terminate employment without notice if any documentation is unsatisfactory.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Store discount
Click 'Apply' to forward your CV.
I Holland Limited is the world's most well-known producer of tablet punches and dies. We have been in business for 75 years and are a true British industrial success. Thousands of customers in over 100 countries rely on us to supply precise tooling solutions based on our decades of experience, research, and engineering know-how.
Job Purpose:
• Machine Operation: Operating the centerless grinding machine, which includes starting, stopping, and adjusting the machine as necessary.
• Monitoring: Observing the machine and workpieces during operation to ensure proper functioning and to identify any issues such as excessive vibration, unusual noises, or irregularities in the workpiece.
• Inspection: Regularly inspecting the workpieces using measuring instruments (such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges) to ensure they meet the required specifications and tolerances.
The successful candidate should have:
• Previous grinding experience desirable on both manual and CNC machines, but we are also willing to train someone with the right attitude, i.e a willingness to learn and follow safe systems of work.
• Experience using Cincinnati grinding machines is desirable
• Good housekeeping skills and strict adherence to procedures/work instructions, particularly relating to accurate measure, will also be required for this role
• Due to the nature of the shifts, the applicant must be capable of working unsupervised, be able to use their own initiative to solve problems and be self-motivated to meet the necessary targets on output and quality
• Experience with reading and interpreting technical drawings is desirable
• Ability to work to tight manufacturing tolerances
• Experience with, or an ability to learn how to use a variety of measuring equipment (micrometres, verniers and various gauges)
• A flexible attitude to work
Profit-related pay is an addition after the probationary period
Key Performance Indicators:
• Daily throughput targets
• Excellent Product Quality
• Reduced scrap and NCRs
• Adapt with business growth and sales plan
Hours of work:
Shift working mornings, afternoons and nights rotating
AM shift 6 am-2 pm
PM shift 2 pm-10 pm
Night shift 10 pm-6 am
18-30% shift pay
Overtime is paid at Time and a Half after 39 hours
Pay and benefits:
The starting rate for this position is £13.13 - £15.08 per hour, depending on experience. There will be an 18% shift premium when working mornings or afternoons and 30% when working night shifts. However, whilst undergoing training, you may be on the 2-day shifts for which an 18% shift premium is payable.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon the following conditions: agreement to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, References/Background & Right to Work Documentation checks. The Company may terminate employment without notice if any documentation is unsatisfactory.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Store discount
Click 'Apply' to forward your CV.