OD Grinder

GWS Tool Group; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GWS Tool Group in Surprise, AZ is seeking an OD Grinder to produce premium carbide cutting tools using CNC grinding machines and precise programs. You will set up, operate, and inspect tools to ensure high quality and consistency across production runs.

The role requires reading blueprints, performing measurements, and maintaining strict tolerances while collaborating with a small, service-focused team. Experience in manufacturing or CNC is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Machining certification ideal but not required.
• Well rounded knowledge of cutters, inserts and feeds/speeds preferred but not required.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Previous CNC Operator experience preferred but not required.
• Programming experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and offsets as required.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints.
• Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.
• Responsible for accurate programming and machine operation.
• Consistently evaluate the quality of the finished product from the CNC machine using visual inspection and measurement tools.
• Communicate quality issues to programmers and/or General Manager.
• Check machinery daily to ensure functionality.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Reading blueprints

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

CNC operation awareness

Education

GED

Machining certification (ideal)

Tools

CNC machines

Quality control tools

Job description

Job Title: OD Grinder Department: Grinding Reports to: General Manager Classification: Non-Exempt Location: Surprise, AZ Travel: None Job Summary: The OD Grinder will be responsible for producing premium quality, high precision carbide cutting tools using specific tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates and operates CNC machines by programming, setup, operating the CNC machine, inspecting tools for visible flaws and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and offsets as required.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints.
• Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.
• Responsible for accurate programming and machine operation.
• Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.
• Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Manager.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.
• Other duties assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but not required.
• A well rounded knowledge of cutters, inserts and feeds/speeds is preferred but not required.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Previous CNC Operator experience is preferred but not required.
• Programming experience is preferred but not required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong math skills required to perform day to day operations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

GWS Tool Group is a North American company that specializes in making custom, standard, and modified standard cutting tools. While we have the resources and capabilities of large companies in our industry, we maintain a small and service-focused approach. Our "Custom Comes Standard" philosophy reflects how we provide value to the market. We're known for being a one-stop shop for customized tooling needs, designing and manufacturing these tools in our various factories. What sets us apart is our ability to tailor our capacity to meet the unique requirements of our customers and their preferred partners. We encourage everyone to think creatively because with GWS, the possibilities are virtually limitless. GWS Tool Group is part of the Sandvik Group – A high-tech and global engineering company offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and sustainability. In 2023, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41000 employees and revenues of about 127 billion SEK.