Gear Cutter Technician
6 days ago
Location: Stoke Mandeville, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP22 5BL
Salary: £21.50 per hour + overtime and shift allowance
About Us
As an expanding company, Gibbs Gears is a market-leading precision engineering firm specializing in the design and manufacture of high-quality gears, shafts, transmissions, and complex CNC-machined components. With a diverse client base spanning industries such as aerospace, motorsport, electric vehicles (EV), and advanced technology, we are committed to delivering innovation, excellence, and superior craftsmanship.
The Role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Gear Cutter – Setter/Operator to join our growing team. You will be responsible for setting and operating CNC hobbing and CNC shaping machines to produce precision gears. Experience with Gleason CNC gear machines and manual gear machinery is essential.
As part of our commitment to employee development, you will also have the opportunity to learn and develop skills in gear grinding, with comprehensive training provided. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will play a key role in helping us meet production targets while maintaining our high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Machine Setup & Operation: Set up and operate CNC hobbing and CNC shaping machines to produce precision gears to exact specifications.
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Manual Gear Cutting: Operate manual gear machines as required for specific tasks.
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Tooling & Calibration: Select and set up appropriate cutting tools, perform tool changes, and ensure proper machine calibration.
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Quality Assurance: Inspect components using precision instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers) to verify dimensional accuracy and quality.
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Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve machine issues to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
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Training & Development: Learn and develop skills in gear grinding, with training provided on advanced grinding equipment.
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Process Improvement: Collaborate with the team to implement continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and quality enhancement.
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Documentation: Maintain accurate production logs and records for quality and compliance.
What You Bring
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Proven experience setting and operating Gleason CNC gear machines and manual gear machinery.
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Strong understanding of CNC hobbing and shaping processes.
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Familiarity with cutting tools, materials, and gear machining techniques.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T specifications.
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Proficiency with precision measuring tools for quality control.
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Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Qualifications
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GCSEs in Mathematics and English (or equivalent).
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Vocational training or certifications in CNC machining or gear cutting are advantageous.
Benefits
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Competitive hourly rate of £21.50 + overtime and shift allowance.
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28 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
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Company pension scheme and employee reward program.
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Opportunities for training and development, including gear grinding certification.
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Regular team lunches, social events, and workplace celebrations.
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Free parking and refreshments.
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Overtime available at enhanced rates.
Working Hours
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Early Shift: Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM - 2:15 PM.
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Late Shift: Monday to Thursday, 2:00 PM - 12:15 AM.
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Overtime: Paid at time and a third on weekdays, and time and a half on Saturdays.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a skilled gear cutter looking to expand your expertise and work with cutting-edge technology, we’d love to hear from you. Join our growing team at Gibbs Gears and be part of an innovative company dedicated to precision engineering and your career development.
REF: JE-Gibbs008
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