Precision Machinist – Surface Grinding (Night Shift)

Moeller Precision Tool; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Overtime

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical

Life Insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

FSA, PTO, paid holidays

Job summary

Moeller Precision Tool is seeking an experienced Surface Grinder/Precision Machinist for the night shift in Antioch. You will operate manual surface grinding equipment and related machinery to produce high-quality tooling components, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances in a climate-controlled shop.

The role offers night shift premium, weekly overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package. 2+ years of machining experience and tool-steel work are preferred, with a HS diploma or

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machining and/or surface grinding experience.
• Hands-on experience with manual surface grinding equipment preferred.
• Experience working with tool steel strongly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Experience maintaining tight tolerances on precision components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual surface grinding equipment.
• Perform precision grinding of tool steel components.
• Work with fixtures, blocks, and tooling setups.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hold tight tolerances and maintain high-quality standards.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Support machining and tooling operations as needed.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manual surface grinding equipment

Measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges)

Job description

Description

Precision Machinist – Surface Grinding (Night Shift)

Antioch, TN | $23-$28/hr + Night Shift Premium + Weekly Overtime

Moeller Precision Tool is seeking an experienced Surface Grinder / Precision Machinist to join our team. Working in a clean, climate-controlled precision machining environment, you'll produce high-quality tooling components using surface grinders, CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual machines, and Wire EDM technology. Earn $23-$28/hr plus a Night Shift Premium and weekly overtime while building your career with a global leader in precision tooling.

Why Apply?

• Clean, climate-controlled machine shop
• Advanced machining environment (manual + CNC equipment)
• Consistent work in tool steel machining
• Overtime available every week
• Excellent benefits and career growth
• Family-owned company with global stability

Pay & Benefits

• Starting at $23.00 - $28.00/hr (based on experience)
• Additional $2.25/hr Night Shift Premium
• Overtime paid at 1.5× after 40 hours
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical
• Life Insurance
• Dental & Vision coverage
• FSA, PTO, and paid holidays

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate manual surface grinding equipment
• Perform precision grinding of tool steel components
• Work with fixtures, blocks, and tooling setups
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Hold tight tolerances and maintain high-quality standards
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments
• Support machining and tooling operations as needed

What You Need

• 2+ years of machining and/or surface grinding experience
• Hands-on experience with manual surface grinding equipment preferred
• Experience working with tool steel strongly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Experience maintaining tight tolerances on precision components
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills
• High school diploma or GED

Night Shift Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• 45-50 hours/week (OT Required)

About Moeller Precision Tool

Since 1953, Moeller Precision Tool has been a global leader in precision tooling, machining, and grinding solutions for the automotive, appliance, pharmaceutical, and consumer products industries.