Grind Machinist
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator
Grind Machinist – Overview
Grind Machinist – Defense & Aerospace Machine Shop
Location: 3617 E La Salle St, Phoenix, AZ 85040 (South Phoenix - 40th St & Southern)
ShiftNight Shift: 3:30 pm - 2 am Monday - Friday
Role/ OD Grind — Operates grinding machines to assemble products and produce parts to established blueprint and engineering specifications. Includes manual and CNC grinders.
MachineryMachines used include Heald , Toyoda OD (manual and CNC), Okamoto CNC OD, Kellenberger CNC, honing, surface and centerless grinding. Heald experience is a plus.
Grind Machinist — Duties / Responsibilities- Grinds and blends steel to prepare for paint or powder
- Selects, mounts, attaches and calibrates attachments to grind angles, contours, lines, spheres, etc. onto surfaces
- Completes all required paperwork properly – inspection reports, SPC, job travelers, etc.
- Works within tolerances of .0002-.0005
- Able to work independently and stay on task – operate 2 machines regularly
- Ability to problem solve and communicate process improvement suggestions with management
- Familiarity with Okuma and Kellenberger grinders;
Heald experience a plus - Proficient with standard inspection equipment – Indicating Micrometers, Bore Gages, Sunnen Gage, Test Indicators
- Experience in grinding with holding tolerances preferred
- Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn
- General knowledge of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and bench tools
- Ability to read and interpret written information and follow directions
- High School or GED
- CNC experience preferred but not required
- 5+ years /OD grinding experience preferred; will train lathe or mill machinist looking to grow in one of the most complete grind departments in the valley
Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.
The company is an equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match and company funded Profit Sharing plan.
Equal OpportunityThis is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
- Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973
- Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
- Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
- The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended
- The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
- Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq
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