Precision Grinder Jobs
FlexTrades

Precision Grinder

Job type

Contract

Category

Manufacturing Careers

Job ID

18961

Precision Grinder Jobs

FlexTrades is hiring experienced Precision Grinders for travel-based contract roles across the United States. Immediate openings are available in Colorado, Utah, and Kansas.

If you have hands-on experience operating cylindrical and ID/OD grinding equipment in high-precision environments, this is your opportunity to earn top pay, gain nationwide exposure, and work with premier manufacturers who value your expertise.

Position Summary

As a Precision Grinder with FlexTrades, you’ll set up and operate Studer cylindrical grinding machines to perform complex ID and OD grinding on a variety of parts and materials. You’ll use advanced tools and inspection equipment to hold tolerances as tight as .0003? and ensure surface finishes meet stringent quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate the following Studer precision grinding machines with Fanuc controls:
  • S145 Cylindrical ID Grinder (turret-type with 4 internal grinding spindles)
  • S33 Cylindrical OD Grinder (turret wheel head for external grinding)
  • S45 Angle Head Grinder
  • Perform ID and OD grinding operations on parts ranging from 1? to 16? in length and up to 8? in diameter
  • Grind parts using aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and CBN wheels (16? diameter)
  • Work with parts made from stainless steel, aluminum, low carbon steel, and coated materials (E-nickel, anodized, hard coat)
  • Maintain tolerances down to .0003? and achieve surface finishes of 16 or better (with some work requiring 8 or 4 finishes)
  • Load parts manually (2–10 lbs.) from shelves or previous operations
  • Follow detailed setup sheets, process drawings, and blueprints with GD&T callouts including runout, position, profile, and perpendicularity
  • Conduct in-process and final quality checks using tools such as:
  • Micrometers, calipers, Starrett optical comparator, height gauges
  • Indicator setups, swede gages, plug gauges, pin gauges, and gage blocks

    Qualifications

  • Proven experience operating precision ID and OD grinding machinery
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and interpreting engineering prints
  • Ability to maintain tight tolerances and surface finish requirements
  • Familiarity with various metals and coatings, including post-heat-treated materials
  • Comfortable working in high-mix, low-volume environments
  • Able to work independently and follow established setup documentation

    Pay and Benefits

  • $45/hour base pay
  • Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)
  • Paid travel to and from job sites
  • Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
  • $45/day per diem
  • Access to full suite of benefits
  • Flexible time off between assignments
  • Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year
  • 2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)

    Additional Requirements

  • Must pass pre-employment drug screening
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

    About FlexTrades

    FlexTrades connects top-tier tradespeople with industry-leading manufacturers to support production demands, eliminate downtime, and deliver results. For over 40 years, we’ve helped skilled professionals like you find flexible, high-paying contract work that fits your lifestyle.

    Whether you’re looking to earn more, see the country, or work with the best equipment in the industry, FlexTrades is your partner in skilled trades success.

    FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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