Precision Grinding & Machining Technician

thekineticgroup; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

thekineticgroup is seeking a Machine Tool Operator in Lewiston, Idaho to support manufacturing by tooling and machine parts. You will cut, shape, polish, size, and grind metal workpieces to precise dimensions and finishes.

Training covers Overbeck, CNC ID Grinding, Polishing, Surface Grinding, Bench Work, Internal Honing, and more. The role requires reading blueprints, maintaining tools, and performing inspections to 0.0001".

Qualifications

• Experience operating Overbeck and CNC ID grinders.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Inspect and measure dimensions to tight tolerances (0.0001").
• Maintain inventory and perform preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and operate Overbeck and CNC ID grinders and polishing machines.
• Review blueprints and work orders to plan operations and select tools.
• Inspect dimensions to exact tolerances and ensure conformance to specs.
• Maintain equipment and participate in 5S, Kaizen, and safety initiatives.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Hand-tools proficiency

Tools

Overbeck grinder

CNC ID grinder

Polishing machine

Honing equipment

Surface grinder

Punch press

Job description

thekineticgroup is seeking a Machine Tool Operator in Lewiston, Idaho to support manufacturing by tooling and machine parts. You will cut, shape, polish, size, and grind metal workpieces to precise dimensions and finishes.

Training covers Overbeck, CNC ID Grinding, Polishing, Surface Grinding, Bench Work, Internal Honing, and more. The role requires reading blueprints, maintaining tools, and performing inspections to 0.0001".