CNC Grinder / Manufacturing Prep Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Previous Experience Required
CNC Grinder / Manufacturing Prep Technician
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented CNC Grinder / Manufacturing Prep Technician candidate with 5 years of manufacturing, CNC, grinding, or machine-shop experience to support our manufacturing operations.
This position will perform a variety of skilled production and machine-support duties, including operating CNC grinding equipment, preparing and inspecting precision parts, deburring, setting and measuring tools, organizing materials, and following established drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to independently operate and monitor CNC equipment while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and productivity.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate CNC grinding and other machining equipment safely and efficiently.
- Prepare parts and materials for machining and production operations.
- Load and unload parts and materials from machines.
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and detailed work instructions.
- Preset tools using a tool measuring machine as required.
- Monitor machine operations and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality and production requirements.
- Clean, deburr, sort, and organize finished and in-process parts.
- Inspect parts during production for defects and quality issues.
- Accurately count, identify, label, and organize parts and materials.
- Prepare and stage materials for CNC and manufacturing departments.
- Use hand tools, measuring instruments, and other production equipment as required.
- Identify and report improper machine operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, or unusual conditions to the Group Leader or Supervisor.
- Follow established quality standards, production procedures, and work instructions.
- Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
- Keep work areas and equipment clean, safe, and organized.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, CNC machining, grinding, or a machine-shop environment.
- Proven experience operating CNC equipment; CNC grinding experience strongly preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on machine-shop skills.
- Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, dimensions, and work instructions.
- Experience with tool presetting and measuring equipment.
- Experience inspecting parts and identifying quality issues.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to make basic machine adjustments and recognize abnormal machine operation.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis Items over 50 lbs.
Required Skills
- CNC / Numerical Control
- CNC Grinding
- Grinding
- Machine Operation
- Machine Shop
- Machine Setup
- Tool Presetting
- Deburring
- Blueprint & Drawing Reading
- Precision Inspection
- Hand Tools
- Mechanical Skills
- Quality Control
- Loading & Unloading
- Material Preparation
- Ability to Work Independently
- Attention to Detail