OD Grinder: Precision Shaft Grinding | Day Shift + Benefits

Barnes Industries, Inc.; Madison Heights (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety footwear reimbursement

Job summary

Barnes Industries, Inc. is seeking an OD Grinder to polish and grind metal shafts and diameters on first shift. This full-time, non-exempt role involves setting up Norton or Cincinnati grinders, performing precise inspections, and maintaining equipment.

You will read blueprints, GD&T, and use micrometers and optical comparators to ensure tolerances. Expect 8+ hour days and physical work in a manufacturing environment with strong quality focus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Manual machine experience required.
• 2+ years on Norton or Cincinnati OD grinding machines.
• Ability to read .0001 micrometers, indicators, calipers and optical comparator.
• GD&T reading/proficiency required.
• Consistently produce quality parts with minimal scrap.
• Stand for 8+ hours; lift up to 50 pounds.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Select and set up machines to run parts per engineering prints or work order.
• Ensure part quality via ongoing inspections and dimensional checks.
• Coordinate with departments to align machining with production schedule.
• Perform general machine maintenance.

Skills

Manual machine

OD grinding

Blueprint reading

GD&T reading

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical comparator

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Norton OD grinder

Cincinnati OD grinder

Job description

The OD Grinder will polish and/or grind metal shafts and diameters using prescribed equipment, grinding wheels and hand tools. This is a full-time non-exempt first shift position.

• Select machine capable of running part as detailed in engineering print, Work Order tag or set-up sheet: set-up machine and use recommended tools.
• Ensure quality/accuracy of parts based on ongoing inspection and dimensional verification checks.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure job and machining sequence is aligned with production schedule.
• General machine maintenance.

Qualifications/Experience/Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have manual machine experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience running Norton or Cincinnati OD grinding machines.
• Must be able to read and use: .0001 micrometers, indicators, calipers and optical comparator.
• Proficient in blueprint reading understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) features.
• Must continually produce quality parts with a very minimal amount of scrap material.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours per day and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

Why work at Barnes Industries?

Barnes was founded in 1969 and has become an industry leader in ball screws- manufacturing, reconditioning, repair, and emergency services. Competitive wages, and amazing benefits that include:

• Generous PTO after 1 year of employment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision is included
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Reimbursement for safety shoes

Safety is a top priority at Barnes Industries. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, vapors, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Employees must follow company quality, safety, and personal protection equipment requirements (gloves, safety shoes, safety glasses, etc.)

Email resume to [e-mail] No phone calls, qualified candidates will be contacted by phone or email. Or,you may upload your resume on the careers home page.

Barnes Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COVID-19 information:The health and safety of our employees is a priority. As an essential employer that requires our staff to work on-site, Barnes Industries has established safety protocols following MIOSHA and CDC guidelines.