Profile Burner / Lumsden Grinder Operator

Manchester, Greater Manchester
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About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Profile Burner / Lumsden Grinder Operator to join our busy fabrication workshop. The successful candidate will be responsible for cutting and grinding steel plate components to precise engineering specifications.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong fabrication experience and a solid understanding of heavy steel processing.

Key Responsibilities

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Set up and operate oxy-fuel and/or plasma profile burning machines (CNC or manual)

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Cut steel plate to engineering drawings and required tolerances

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Operate Lumsden (rotary surface) grinding machines

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Grind components to specified thickness and flatness

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Carry out dimensional checks using measuring equipment

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Maintain machinery and change consumables as required

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Follow all health & safety procedures

Requirements

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Proven experience in profile burning and Lumsden grinding

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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

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Experience working with thick carbon steel plate

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Good understanding of tolerances and surface finishes

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Strong attention to detail

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Overhead crane experience (preferred but not essential)

What We Offer

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Competitive salary (DOE)

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Overtime opportunities

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Stable, long-term position

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Supportive workshop environment

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PPE provided

If you are an experienced operator looking for a secure role within a growing company, we would like to hear from you

Job Info
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Job Title:
Profile Burner / Lumsden Grinder Operator
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£28000 - £32000 Per annum Overtime additional
Posted:
Feb 23rd 2026
Closes:
Mar 26th 2026
Sector:
Engineering
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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