CNC Grinder & Polisher Operator — Quality & Innovation

Klein Tools; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacations & Holidays

Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, &​y

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development

Job summary

Klein Tools is hiring a Machine Operator- Grinding/Polishing to run and adjust CNC milling/grinding equipment, inspect parts, and follow detailed work instructions. You will read blueprints, monitor quality, and participate in lean manufacturing practices.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of related experience, basic English, and the ability to learn and collaborate. This on-site role includes overtime as needed and is based in Mansfield, Texas with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related experience required.
• Read, write, speak, and understand basic English; basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and follow work instructions and documents.
• Ability to communicate and work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Run production jobs on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other equipment per work instructions to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity.
• Inspect product for quality using measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators) and log findings.
• Read work orders and blueprints to verify specifications and BOM accuracy; ensure inventory transactions are correct.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and communicate defects to technical staff as needed.
• Perform routine machine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments to meet specs.
• Report production counts, scrap, and labor hours via paperwork or electronic entry.
• Comply with 6S standards and lean manufacturing activities to reduce waste and improve skills.
• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC milling

Grinding machinery

Teamwork

Quality inspection

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC milling

Grinding equipment

Induction equipment

Assembly operations

Press operation

Job description

Klein Tools is hiring a Machine Operator- Grinding/Polishing to run and adjust CNC milling/grinding equipment, inspect parts, and follow detailed work instructions. You will read blueprints, monitor quality, and participate in lean manufacturing practices.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of related experience, basic English, and the ability to learn and collaborate. This on-site role includes overtime as needed and is based in Mansfield, Texas with comprehensive benefits.