Blanchard Grinder Operator: Precision Setup & Quality

Vanguard Acquisitions LLC; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Incentives

Training & development

Career advancement

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Precision Steel Services in Ohio is seeking a Blanchard Grinder Operator to join our grinding and machining team. This hands-on role requires setting up and running manual grinding equipment to produce flat, accurate steel components that meet dimensional, flatness, and surface finish requirements.

You will read work orders and prints, verify material size and stock allowance, set up fixtures, adjust feeds and speeds, and perform in-process checks to ensure quality and safety while maintaining

Qualifications

• Previous manual machine operation experience required.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, indicators, or similar tools.
• Ability to verify work using measurements, prints, work instructions, or production documentation.
• Ability to understand basic tolerances, stock removal, and dimensional requirements.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle steel materials with appropriate equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in varying shop conditions, including heat, cold, noise, and active equipment movement.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Blanchard grinders to grind steel plate and components to specification.
• Read and follow work orders, prints, job instructions, and production documentation.
• Verify material size, stock allowance, and job requirements before grinding.
• Position and secure material using magnetic chucks, fixtures, and proper setup techniques.
• Adjust machine settings, feeds, speeds, grinding parameters, and passes as needed.
• Monitor machine performance, sound, finish, load, and part condition throughout the job.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, indicators, and height gauges.
• Perform in-process and final checks to confirm size, flatness, finish, and overall part quality.
• Run multiple machines while maintaining quality, safety, and production pace.
• Record production, inspection, and downtime information accurately.
• Use cranes, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as trained.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, coolant checks, wheel changes, and general upkeep.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and follow PPE requirements.

Skills

Manual machine operation

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Strong work ethic

Overtime willingness

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Depth micrometers

Indicators

Height gauges

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Precision Steel Services in Ohio is seeking a Blanchard Grinder Operator to join our grinding and machining team. This hands-on role requires setting up and running manual grinding equipment to produce flat, accurate steel components that meet dimensional, flatness, and surface finish requirements.

You will read work orders and prints, verify material size and stock allowance, set up fixtures, adjust feeds and speeds, and perform in-process checks to ensure quality and safety while maintaining