Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets. We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them. The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. Key Figures: Revenue £1,114.7m (2023), 8,500 employees, manufacturing in 20 countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. The role is responsible to maintain, programme, set up and operate of a range of NC Surface Grinders, to produce ceramic components accurately to drawings issued and to the required specification and quality, whilst operating safely and ethically. This role is an exciting opportunity to join a small dynamic team, supporting the manufacture of products for the semi-conductor, healthcare and industrial industries. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To program, set and operate a range of NC Surface Grinding Machines in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations. Perform surface grinding operations on components to achieve precise dimensions, surface finish, and geometric tolerances. To use standard measuring equipment such as Micrometers, Vernier calipers, depth micrometers, height gauges, gauge blocks. Understand engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate grinding processes. To produce ceramic components accurately to engineered drawings and within the production target times, ensuring scrap level’s are minimum. To have experience and understanding of geometric tolerances within a self inspection environment where quality and accuracy is of paramount importance as you will be working to tight tolerances. Must be flexible with cross-training in other departments. To handle components carefully to ensure cleanliness and prevent contamination or damage. Complete all relevant documentation while maintaining product traceability throughout the process. To input production data accurately & correctly using the IFS system, including work instructions. Clean and maintain equipment and work area, (6S Principals). Carry out basic regular and preventative maintenance procedures. To be committed to a strong EHS culture and to support the ‘thinkSAFE’ initiative throughout the business and support the development of our safety culture across site. To be committed to the Group-wide ethics and compliance programme, RBP; ensuring a common approach to doing business the right way and adhering at all times to the core elements of the programme - values, policies/guidance, training/education and compliance. Qualifications and Experience Requirements Ideally, you will have a recognised qualification such as an Apprenticeship Level 3, HNC or BTEC in a relevant engineering discipline Experience of NC Surface Grinding Machines Strong knowledge of machining operations in a manufacturing setting Additional Skills & Abilities: Must be able to carry out written, oral, or diagram form instructions. Intermediate math skills – geometry, trigonometry. Team-oriented and self-directed. Experience using measuring equipment, Inspection techniques and records. Have a positive attitude combined with a willingness to share idea’s and learn from others. Basic hours of work are 37 hours per week working the dayshift for training: 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday (1/2-hour lunch) and 7:30am to 12:30pm on Friday. Shift working on a weekly rotation is also in operation on this site of which you may be required to cover as business needs dictate. A shift premium will be paid when working shifts. Monday to Thursday 06.00 am to 14.00 pm and Friday 06.00 to 13.30 pm (1/2-hour lunch) Monday to Thursday 14.00 pm to 22.30 pm and Friday 13.30 – 18.30 pm (1/2-hour lunch) Benefits include: Competitive Remuneration package, Quarterly Site Bonus Scheme (non-contractual) 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, Sharesave Scheme, Generous contributory pension scheme, 4 x life insurance cover, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing initiatives. Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1