Operator - Precision Grinding

Job title: Operator - Precision Grinding

About the Role This role is responsible for operating and maintaining up to two precision grinding or machining systems including ancillary automation, auto gages, and wash equipment — while consistently meeting quality and productivity standards.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a safe and clean work area per 6S standards.
• Refer unusual or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Inspect work produced and show a genuine interest in producing quality work using calibrated gages (Etalon Micrometer and profilometer).
• Setup inspection gages and operate and maintain up to two machines (e.g., two grinders or one grinder and one broach or assembly machine).
• Operate and maintain ancillary equipment such as loader(s) (automation, robots), auto gage(s), and wash(s).
• Hand load and hand pack.
• Take full swarf carts to processing area and bring empty swarf carts back to machines.
• Perform minor machine maintenance (Planned Operator Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance).
• Maintain the Henry System (changing paper, checking fluid levels and fluid concentration).
• Recognize problems, correct them and make recommendations to your supervisor.
• Have a thorough understanding of speeds, feeds and tooling; set‑up basic jobs without assistance and advanced jobs with assistance.
• Maintain proper documentation and communications to ensure efficient coordination between shifts and departments (e.g., quality, engineering, maintenance).
• Orient when requested by supervisor and lead when mutually agreed.
• Comply with all Quality Management System procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to operate and maintain up to two grinding/machining systems with high standards of quality and quantity.
• Read and interpret blueprints and inspect work using calibrated gauges.
• Knowledge of speeds, feeds and tooling; set up basic to advanced jobs.
• Commitment to safety (6S), quality, and teamwork; effective communication.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Etalon Micrometer and profilometer.
• Experience with automation/robots, loaders, auto gauges, and wash systems.
• Familiarity with 6S workplace environments and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: 24.33 USD
• Health, dental and vision plans, with 100% coverage for preventative care.
• On‑Demand Pay with PayActiv.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Various employee perks and career growth opportunities (LinkedIn Learning, Leadership Development Program).