Grinder​/shop Labor

Grinder

This role focuses on operating grinding and polishing equipment to produce high-quality metal work pieces that meet precise specifications. You inspect machinery and parts, perform basic maintenance and repairs, and ensure that all finished products meet strict quality standards in a modern, climate-controlled fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery and metal work pieces regularly to verify compliance with specifications and prevent malfunctions and production losses.
• Dress grinding wheels according to required specifications to maintain optimal machine performance and surface finish quality.
• Monitor machines during operation, stop equipment immediately when problems are detected, and make necessary adjustments promptly to minimize downtime.
• Provide quality control by inspecting work pieces as they exit the equipment and removing or addressing any defective pieces.
• Operate grinding, polishing, and related machinery to grind metal work pieces to prescribed dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes.
• Finish products by hand using appropriate hand tools to file, deburr, and refine surfaces to the required standards.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance, including lubrication, cleaning, and routine inspections, to keep all machinery running efficiently.
• Identify worn or broken parts and perform basic repairs, including part replacement, within the expected scope of knowledge.
• Use pneumatic and air tools, grinders, and other power tools safely and effectively during fabrication and deburring processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe operations and consistent product quality.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience operating grinders and related metal fabrication equipment.
• Proficiency using air tools, pneumatic tools, and other power tools in a production or fabrication setting.
• Ability to work confidently with hand and power tools for grinding, polishing, deburring, and finishing operations.
• Knowledge of basic fabrication processes and techniques related to metal work pieces.
• Capability to inspect parts and machinery and interpret specifications to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Skill in performing basic mechanical adjustments and minor repairs on production equipment.
• Attention to detail and strong focus on quality control when inspecting finished work pieces.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with deburring processes and finishing metal components by hand.
• Familiarity with pneumatic systems and air-powered tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with polishing equipment and grinders to achieve specific surface finishes.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment issues and identifying worn components.
• Ability to work a consistent 2nd shift schedule and support occasional voluntary overtime.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean, efficient, and safe work area.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility considered one of the nicest in the area. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that can include options with zero deductible or premium, along with health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees have access to flexible spending and health savings accounts, an employee assistance program, and paid time off, supporting both well-being and work-life balance.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41000.00 - $57000.00/yr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison, WI.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.