Centerless Grinder

Integrity Technical Services•Euclid, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A Cleveland, Ohio-area manufacturer is hiring an experienced Centerless Grinder. In this role, you will be responsible for the complete setup, operation, and teardown of centerless grinding machines to produce high-precision parts that conform strictly to customer specifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or a higher level of education.
Strong foundational understanding of precision grinding processes and metal/material properties.
Proven ability to read and accurately interpret blueprint specifications and manufacturing documents.
Demonstrated experience using and reading various precision inspection and measuring devices.
Solid shop math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and work with fractional/decimal conversions.
Strong reasoning skills with the ability to define issues, collect data, and solve mechanical or dimensional problems.
Effective communication skills, a strong sense of urgency/responsiveness, and a willingness to participate in continuing education programs.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or have a Green Card work permit.

Responsibilities

Complete the full setup of centerless grinding machines, including selecting and installing all required tooling, making precise machine adjustments, and setting up staging/gaging.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering schematics, and job routings to accurately determine part specifications, tolerances, and order requirements.
Perform first-piece production inspection to verify conformance, ensuring all initial dimensions perfectly match print specifications before running production.
Routinely inspect production parts using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards.
Dress grinding wheels as required to maintain precise dimensional sizing and specified micro-finishes.
Perform efficient teardown of setups after job completion.
Clean and organize tooling to protect assets from damage or loss.
Learn and practice daily preventative maintenance on machinery.
Identify and report any equipment conditions requiring repair to the department supervisor.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area daily, ensuring the floor around the machine is kept free of oil.
Strictly adhere to all safety rules and report unsafe conditions immediately.
Assist, instruct, and cross-train co-workers as needed to support a highly efficient team environment.