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Machinist - Grinding 1st and 2nd Shift

Middletown, CT · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Machinist - Grinding 1 st and 2 nd Shift Centerless Grinding, OD Grinding and Surface Grinding Precision Punch and Tooling, located in Berlin, CT, is a growing company with state-of-the-art equipment ...

PPS-HPS

Centerless Grinder

Cleveland, OH · On-site

You will set up and operate our centerless grinders! Job Duties: * Set up centerless grinder ... Exposure to grinding fluids and oils. Benefits: * Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug ...

Howmet Aerospace

Centerless Grinder

Brea, CA

$26 - $36/hr

Centerless Grinder Set Up Operator ' 1st Shift Position Overview: The Centerless Grinder Set Up ... Grinding Machine. While operating the machine the operator will follow the quality policy of 3V ...

Driv-Lok, Inc.

Centerless Grinder

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Centerless Grinding Experience Required** **Sign-On Bonus Eligible* PURPOSE: Set up, operate and maintain the manufacturing of a ground diameter product that meets quality requirements. POSITION ...

Howmet Aerospace

Centerless Grinder

Brea, CA

$26 - $36/hr

Centerless Grinder Set Up Operator ' 1st Shift Position Overview: The Centerless Grinder Set Up ... Grinding Machine. While operating the machine the operator will follow the quality policy of 3V ...

Regal Rexnord

Centerless Grinder 1st shift

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

The Centerless Grinder Operator is responsible for operating the centerless grinder to produce parts to specifications. Grind parts for thread rollers and for finished product. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

MS AEROSPACE INC

Centerless Grind

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$20 - $45/hr

Night shift Grinding Operator Department/ Area: Grind Position Summary: Candidates will be responsible to set-up and operate #2 size CINCINNATTI centerless grinding machine - run small batch of ...

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How much do centerless grinding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for centerless grinding in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Centerless Grinding?

Professionals in centerless grinding are responsible for setting up, operating, and adjusting grinding machines to produce precision metal parts to exact specifications. Daily tasks often include checking machine calibration, performing routine equipment maintenance, inspecting finished pieces for quality assurance, and making necessary adjustments to optimize performance. You may also work closely with quality control inspectors and other machinists to ensure work meets production standards. This role often involves standing for extended periods and requires keen attention to safety and detail, making it well-suited for those who enjoy hands-on, technical work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Centerless Grinding position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Centerless Grinding, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience operating industrial grinding machines, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with precision measuring tools (such as micrometers and calipers), reading blueprints, and knowledge of machine setup are typically required, and certifications like NIMS can be advantageous. Effective problem-solving abilities, dependability, and good communication skills are valuable for identifying quality issues and collaborating with team members. These attributes are critical to ensuring production efficiency, maintaining tight tolerances, and delivering high-quality finished parts.

What is a Centerless Grinding job?

A Centerless Grinding job involves operating machines that remove material from metal workpieces without using a traditional center or fixture. Workers set up, adjust, and monitor the grinding process to ensure precision and quality. This role requires knowledge of machine operation, measurements, and troubleshooting. Operators often work in manufacturing or machining environments producing parts for industries like automotive or aerospace.

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Machinist - Grinding 1st and 2nd Shift

Machinist - Grinding 1st and 2nd Shift

Precision Punch and Tooling

Middletown, CT • On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

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Machinist – Grinding 1st and 2nd Shift

Centerless Grinding, OD Grinding and Surface Grinding

Precision Punch and Tooling, located in Berlin, CT, is a growing company with state-of-the-art equipment and factory.  Because of our continuing growth, we are offering opportunities for experienced, skilled Centerless Grinders, OD Grinders, Surface Grinders and Form Grinders for our First and Second Shift manufacturing operation.

If you have some or most of these skills and experiences, you owe it to yourself to apply for any of the career opportunities listed below:
First and Second Shift Opportunities:

  • Minimum of 3 years OD / Form / Shape Grinding.  Must be able to grind a radius and angles while holding tolerances of + or – 0.0001 of an inch.

      Experience with set-up and operation (3 years minimum). 

 

      Or

  • 3 or more years of Centerless Grinding with in-feed experience setting up and independently operating a Centerless grinder (experience with Cincinnati and Royal Master Centerless grinders preferred).

Or
 

  • 3 or more years of Surface Grinding with set-up and operation of a manual and / or automatic Surface Grinder (experience with Blanchard, Okamoto, Harig, Amada, Wasino and ELB surface grinders are preferred).
     

Or

  • Manual OD, ID, Shape and Form Grinding.  Must be able to grind a radius and angles while holding tolerances of + or – 0.0001 of an inch.

      Experience with set-up and operation (3 years minimum).   

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  • Good shop math skills.
  • Experience reading and working with blueprints.
  • Strong working knowledge of measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, etc...
  • Dependability is a must and work independently as well as successfully contributing as part of a team.

  In addition to our positive environment, we offer excellent wages and benefits.