PRECISION GRINDER

Position

Precision Grinder

Job Purpose

To operate and set precision grinding machines to manufacture and finish components to exact dimensions and quality standards, while ensuring all work meets engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate precision grinding machines, including surface, cylindrical and/or internal grinders.

• Grind components to accurate dimensions and specified tolerances.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications.

• Select and dress appropriate grinding wheels for different materials and applications.

• Measure components using precision measuring equipment such as:

  • Micrometers

  • Vernier calipers

  • Height gauges

  • Bore gauges

  • Dial indicators

  • Other precision inspection equipment

• Check finished components against required dimensions, tolerances and surface finishes.

• Perform machine adjustments to maintain accuracy and quality.

• Identify and correct grinding defects and dimensional problems.

• Complete quality checks and record measurements where required.

• Maintain grinding machines, tools and equipment in good working condition.

• Follow all health, safety and housekeeping procedures.

• Work according to production schedules and meet required deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric preferred.

• Relevant Precision Grinding / Toolmaking / Fitting and Machining qualification or equivalent experience.

• 3–5 years' relevant experience as a Precision Grinder.

• Strong experience operating and setting precision grinding machinery.

• Ability to work to tight tolerances.

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

• Good knowledge of precision measuring instruments.

• Experience with different grinding wheels and grinding techniques.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience with CNC grinding machines.

• Experience with cylindrical, surface or internal grinding.

• Toolmaking or engineering workshop experience.

• Experience working with hardened steels and other engineering materials.

• Knowledge of CNC controls and machine offsets.

Skills Required

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Good mathematical and measurement skills.

• Ability to identify defects and troubleshoot grinding problems.

• Ability to work independently.

• Good understanding of engineering tolerances.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work under production pressure.

CV Screening – Must Have

A suitable candidate should ideally have:

☐ Precision Grinder experience
☐ 3–5+ years' relevant experience
☐ Precision grinding machine experience
☐ Engineering drawing interpretation
☐ Tight tolerance grinding experience
☐ Micrometer/vernier/dial indicator experience
☐ Grinding wheel selection and dressing
☐ Quality inspection experience
☐ Engineering/manufacturing workshop experience
☐ Matric or relevant technical qualification