CNC Grinder M/F Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Wolverhampton , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Technician \# 2025-161843 Apply with one click Any questions ? **Job Description** We're looking for specialist CNC Grinders to join our 4th Generation Bevel Gear Cell at Safran Aerospace in Wolverhampton. This role offers the opportunity to work in both a brand-new, state-of-the-art machining facility and a well-established legacy environment with a high level of team expertise and support. You'll be responsible for the setup, operation, and quality output of cylindrical grinding machines while supporting new equipment and part introductions. This role will suit someone passionate about precision, continuous learning, and delivering exceptional product quality. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Set and operate both external and internal cylindrical CNC grinders. • Perform basic program/offset manipulation and use integrated machine probe systems. • Validate parts using measurement systems and ensure adherence to specifications. • Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to support development and NPI activities. • Follow process layouts, work instructions, and comply with quality standards. • Coordinate First Line Maintenance and TPM as required. • Support personal and team skill development, while maintaining high safety standards. **Job Requirements** Essential skills: • Minimum 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC grinders in a precision engineering environment. • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. • High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Desirable skills: • Apprentice trained background. • Experience with Studer machines (preferred but not essential). • Familiarity with measurement systems and integrated probe tools. • Flexibility to support various duties within the cell based on workload. • Willingness to work shifts (including Double Days or Night Shift). **But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)** • Competitive salary • Company performance bonus scheme • Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution • Private medical insurance • Comprehensive health cash plan • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays • Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay) • Structured training & opportunities to progress **Company Information** Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. **Locate your future workplace** Stratford RoadWV10 7EH Wolverhampton England United Kingdom Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.