Surface Grinder / Machinist

  • Insignis
  • Havant, Hampshire
  • Oct 16, 2025
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Are you an experienced Surface Grinder / Machinist looking for a secure, long-term role with a company that values skill, precision, and teamwork?

Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 14:30 to 22:30 ( hour lunch)
Fri: 12:20 to 20:00

Join a leading engineering manufacturer producing high-quality components used in specialist industrial applications, where craftsmanship and accuracy are key.

Why You'll Love This Role
Be part of a skilled, close-knit team where your work makes a real impact.
Work with high-performance materials including Inconel, stainless steels, carbon, and composites.
Enjoy stable, long-term employment with opportunities to develop your technical expertise.
Contribute to a business proud of its innovation, quality, and people-first culture.

What You'll Be Doing
Operating surface grinding, milling, drilling, and lapping machines to precise specifications.
Producing high-tolerance components for critical industrial applications.
Working from engineering drawings and using a range of precision measuring tools.
Collaborating with the team to meet on-time delivery (OTIF) targets.
Maintaining a safe, tidy, and efficient workshop environment.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.

What We're Looking For
Good experience in a toolroom or precision engineering environment.
Skilled in surface grinding operations and comfortable with other manual machining duties.
Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Understanding of Health & Safety practices in a workshop setting.
A proactive team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Bonus Skills (not essential):
Assembly or fitting experience.
Apprenticeship or college-level qualification in mechanical engineering (or equivalent).

What's on Offer
Competitive salary with shift allowance.
Permanent, secure position in a respected engineering business.
Late shift hours offering flexibility and work-life balance.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Supportive, collaborative culture where your contributions are valued.

If you're a Surface Grinder / Machinist who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and quality, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a company that's as passionate about engineering excellence as you are.