Conventional Grinder

Coast Personnel; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Competitive wage

Opportunities for advancement

Industry-leading equipment

Job summary

Gobravvo in California seeks a Conventional Grinder to produce precision aerospace and industrial components. Operate gap, O/D, I/D and surface grinders, read blueprints, and maintain tight tolerances while following safety and environmental regulations.

You will set up machines, inspect parts with micrometers, dial bore gauges, and other gauges, perform deburring, and ensure timely completion of production targets.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and understand English
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Ability to interpret blueprints, shop travelers, and sketches
• Proficient with inspection tools: micrometers, dial bore gauges, telescope gauges, height gauges, indicators
• Familiarity with plated and thermal sprayed surfaces (chrome, nickel, cadmium)
• General knowledge of machine setup, loading, and adjustment
• Practical experience in relevant procedures and inspection methods

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate gap grinders, O/D grinders, I/D grinders, and flat/surface grinders
• Perform machining operations on complex parts while maintaining dimensional accuracy
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally using appropriate gauges
• Conduct deburring and edge breaking to ensure quality
• Comply with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules and target hours
• Maintain consistent attendance and full-shift performance

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Blueprint interpretation

Reading & writing English

Quality consciousness

Tools

Micrometers

Dial bore gages

Telescope gages

Height gauges

Indicators

Job description

The role of a Conventional Grinder is essential in precision manufacturing, particularly in the aerospace and heavy machinery sectors. As a Conventional Grinder, you will be responsible for the accurate grinding of critical components, including landing gear parts, using a range of conventional grinding machines. This position is focused on ensuring high-quality finishes and exact dimensional tolerances that meet strict industry and safety standards.

As a Conventional Grinder, your main tasks will be to operate various grinding machines such as gap grinders, O/D (outside diameter) grinders, I/D (inside diameter) grinders, and flat/surface grinders. You will be tasked with setting up machinery, performing precise machining operations on high-strength steel and aluminum parts, and ensuring all work meets the dimensional tolerances specified in engineering documentation. Your attention to detail will be vital in inspecting parts both visually and dimensionally, with responsibilities that include performing clean‑up operations like deburring and breaking of edges to guarantee component quality.

The Conventional Grinder position requires adherence to all safety, hazardous material, and environmental regulations, including OSHA and EPA guidelines. You will work in clean-room or controlled-environment settings as required, ensuring compliance with company and industry protocols. Maintaining regular attendance, punctuality, and full-shift work is critical in meeting production schedules and targets set by supervision.

Success in this full-time Conventional Grinder role will depend on your ability to read, write, and understand English, as well as your attention to detail and excellent time management skills. You must demonstrate proficiency in interpreting blueprints, shop travelers, sketches, and using inspection tools such as micrometers, dial bore gages, telescope gages, height gages, and indicators. Experience with various plated and thermal sprayed surfaces, including chrome, nickel, and cadmium, is valued. A general knowledge of machine setup, loading, and adjustment is required, along with practical experience in relevant procedures, inspection methods, and materials commonly used in the repair and manufacturing environment.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in manufacturing, the Conventional Grinder position is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical skills in a dynamic setting. This role offers the chance to work with cutting‑edge equipment and play a vital role in producing high-quality, safety‑critical components.

Conventional Grinder - Summary

• Operate conventional grinding machines for precise finishing of aerospace and industrial components
• Work with a variety of materials including high-strength steel and aluminum
• Ensure all machined parts meet detailed specifications and tolerances
• Follow rigorous safety and environmental standards

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate gap grinders, O/D grinders, I/D grinders, and flat/surface grinders
• Perform machining operations on complex parts, maintaining dimensional accuracy
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally using appropriate tools and gauges
• Conduct clean‑up operations such as deburring and edge breaking
• Comply with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules and target hours
• Maintain consistent attendance and full-shift performance

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Potential overtime pay
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Access to industry-leading equipment and training resources

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Experience interpreting blueprints, shop travelers, and technical sketches
• Proficiency with inspection tools: micrometers, dial bore gages, telescope gages, height gages, indicators
• Familiarity with various plated and thermal sprayed surfaces (chrome, nickel, cadmium, etc.)
• General knowledge of machine setup, loading, and adjustment
• Practical experience in relevant shop procedures and inspection methods

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Experienced in operating a range of conventional grinding machines
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing high-quality, safety-critical components
• Strong understanding of industry safety and environmental standards
• Self‑motivated with a proven record of reliable attendance and punctuality
• Seeking career growth in the precision manufacturing field

Other Relevant Information

• Full‑time position with regular shift work
• Training provided for new team members
• Company values safety, quality, and professional development
• Join a highly skilled team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing