Grinder Operator – Precision Casting Finisher (Weekly Pay)

Staffmark Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Optional 401(k)

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Houston, TX is hiring a Grinder to remove cosmetic defects from castings and prepare parts for machining. You will operate grinding equipment, inspect castings, and help meet quality standards while following safety procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, ability to read work instructions in English, and prior grinder or manufacturing experience preferred. Competitive weekly pay and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent manufacturing, foundry, or production experience will be considered.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal work instructions in English.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous learning through company-provided training programs.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding equipment to remove cosmetic defects from castings before machining operations.
• Visually inspect castings and identify surface imperfections, defects, or quality concerns.
• Ensure castings meet quality standards by producing a smooth, defect-free finish.
• Report recurring defects or quality issues to supervisors to support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, overhead cranes, and semi-automated material handling equipment as trained and authorized.
• Maintain machinery, tools, patterns, and equipment in good working condition.
• Support production goals while following company quality, safety, and operational procedures.
• Participate in required training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work overtime as needed to meet production schedules.
• Perform additional manufacturing, foundry, and production-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Forklift certification

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grinding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

Staffmark Group in Houston, TX is hiring a Grinder to remove cosmetic defects from castings and prepare parts for machining. You will operate grinding equipment, inspect castings, and help meet quality standards while following safety procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, ability to read work instructions in English, and prior grinder or manufacturing experience preferred. Competitive weekly pay and benefits are included.