Grinder

Cla-Val Company; Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Griswold Industries is seeking a Grinder to grind castings, remove excess coatings, and smooth surfaces under general supervision. You will handle castings, separate by metal coding color, and prepare items for the next steps in production.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean work area, adhering to safety guidelines, and complying with company policies. Some experience in foundry operations and training in safety practices are preferred.

Qualifications

• Some experience in foundry operations or grinding
• Safety practices training and proper grinding methods
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Grind castings to remove excess coatings and smooth surfaces
• Separate castings by metal coding color
• Place finished castings in containers for blasting
• Maintain clean work area and comply with safety guidelines
• Adhere to company policies and procedures

Skills

Following directions

Grinder operation

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Tools

Grinding machinery

Job description

Griswold Industries - 1701 Placentia Ave, 1701 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Applicants are considered for positions within the company without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, marital or parental status, medical condition unrelated to the person’s ability to perform the job, pregnancy, genetic information, political affiliation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a pre-employment substance abuse and physical screening, verification of documents pertaining to your right to work in the United States using E-VERIFY, and completion of required employment documents

GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES

Job Description

Grinder

JOB DIMENSIONS

Job Summary

Under general supervision, grind castings to remove excess coatings and to smooth and finish surfaces; and performs related duties as assigned.

Reports to

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives castings;
• Separates castings by metal coding color;
• Grinds excess coatings and fins;
• Places finished castings in container to be moved to blasting machines;
• Keeps work area clean;
• Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position; and
• Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Any combination equivalent of, but not limited to, the following:

Experience/Training/Education

Some experience in foundry operations, preferably involving the operation of grinding machinery; training in safety practices and procedures and proper grinding methods and

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow directions;
• Ability to operate and adjust positioning of hand grinders;
• Ability to exercise work concentration and precision; and
• Ability to lift and maneuver hand-held grinding equipment in repetitive motions over long periods of time.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, stretch, lift, and move objects weighing 50 pounds or less;
• Ability to hold and repetitively move grinding equipment over long periods of time;
• Ability to use appropriate safety equipment as required;
• Ability to walk/move about on uneven and/or sand-covered surfaces;
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and related work units; and
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job, as defined;
• Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.

Special Requirements

Use appropriate safety gear including safety glasses, face shield, gloves and leather apron as required.

Griswold Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer - BY CHOICE

Griswold Industry’s VEVRAA AAP is available to any employee or applicants for employment to inspect upon request.

The AAP is available for inspection in the Human Resources office, located at 860 W. 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, between the hours of 7:00am and 2:00pm, Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays and shutdown periods.

The pay range represents the low and high ends of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Griswold Industries - 1701 Placentia Ave, 1701 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, California, United States of America