Grinder Technician (Tulsa)

A Hiring Company; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Contribution

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Tulsa, OK is seeking an Entry-level Grinder Technician to work in a clean, climate-controlled environment. You will be responsible for precision grinding and inspecting welded assemblies while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience with grinding tools. Competitive benefits package and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision on assigned tasks.
• Basic ability to read mechanical (CAD) drawings.
• One year or more shop experience using multiple grinding and finishing tools.

Responsibilities

• Utilize grinding tools to smooth and finish assemblies.
• Operate large electric and air-powered grinders.
• Conduct basic inspections of parts to ensure quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grinding tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Overview

Roxtec Inc. is the global leader in modular-based cable and pipe sealing solutions. Founded in 1990, we help protect critical infrastructure across industries by delivering innovative systems that ensure safety, reliability, and compliance. Roxtec has grown rapidly and continues to set the standard for sealing performance worldwide.

Job Title

Grinder Technician – clean, climate-controlled workspace

Job Summary

Join our team in a clean, climate-controlled workspace as a Grinder Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and precision of our welded and machined assemblies. Your primary responsibilities will include performing finishing operations such as grinding, stamping, and sanding, with a strong emphasis on maintaining high standards of workmanship.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a commitment to quality and safety. If you have experience in grinding and finishing operations and are looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Grinding: Utilize various grinding tools to smooth and break sharp edges of finished assemblies according to drawings, shop orders, and welder instructions.
• Power Tool Operation: Operate large electric and air-powered grinders, as well as large belt grinders, to achieve desired finishes.
• Quality Inspection: Conduct basic inspections of welded and machined parts and assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized grinding workstation, adhering to safety regulations and using proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Defect Reporting: Notify welders or supervisors of any defects observed during the course of work.
• Time Reporting: Accurately report the time spent at each work center on corresponding shop orders.
• Paperwork Management: Maintain and submit shop order paperwork to the shop supervisor upon completion of tasks.
• Tool Management: Keep tools used for stainless steel and aluminum separate from those used on mild steel to prevent contamination.
• Passivation: Perform passivation of completed stainless steel assemblies using citric acid passivator.
• Cleaning: Clean assemblies of excess galvanizing to prepare surfaces for further finishing.
• Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift as needed to transport materials and parts.
• Additional Duties: Perform other grinding, sanding, or polishing duties as required.

Requirements

• Ability to work with minimal supervision on assigned tasks.
• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to use basic measuring and inspection tools (measuring tapes, square, calipers, go/no go gauges, radius gauges).
• Organizational, problem solving, and follow-through skills.
• Basic ability to read mechanical (CAD) drawings.
• Good mechanical aptitude.

Education and Experience

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• English communication ability (verbal and written).
• One year or more shop experience using multiple grinding and finishing tools.

Physical Requirements

• Required to wear PPE as needed.
• Close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses.
• This job is classified as “Safety Sensitive.”

Benefits and Why Roxtec

• 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Income Protection: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: holidays, vacation, personal days, and wellness hours.
• Career Development Opportunities and Education/Tuition Reimbursement.
• Flexible or Hybrid Schedules (based on position).
• Climate-Controlled Workspaces in warehouse, fabrication, and shop areas.
• Bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
• Industry: Business Content.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Roxtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.