Belt Grinder Operator/ 1st and 2nd shift

Job Description

Manufacturing Grinder's company at the City of Santa Fe Springs, CA to join the team.

Job Title: Belt Grinder Operator

1st shift: 6am-2:30pm

2nd shift: 2:30pm-11pm

Pay rate: $22.00

Position Summary:

The Belt Grinder Operator plays a critical role in the post-machining finishing process, ensuring aerospace-grade components meet strict surface finish and dimensional requirements. This position involves operating conventional belt grinding equipment to deburr, polish, and finish high-precision metal parts manufactured to tight tolerances. The ideal candidate has experience working in a high-specification environment where quality, traceability, and attention to detail are paramount.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate manual belt grinding machines to perform surface finishing, edge deburring, radius blending, and cosmetic polishing on raw materials.

Follow detailed work instructions, engineering drawings, and aerospace specifications (e.g., AS9100 or customer-specific requirements).

Perform precise hand-finishing tasks on complex geometries and critical surfaces, including tight radii, bores, and edges.

Select proper abrasive belts, wheels, and tools based on material type (e.g., titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, aluminum) and desired surface finish (Ra/RMS).

Perform in-process inspection using calibrated measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and surface roughness testers.

Collaborate with quality inspectors, foreman, and production supervisor to ensure part compliance and address surface finish concerns.

Document work performed and ensure all processes are traceable according to aerospace quality standards.

Maintain clean work area, properly handle high-value parts, and adhere to all safety, ESD, FOD, and quality protocols.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred.

2+ years of experience in a precision machining environment.

Proven experience with manual belt grinding, surface finishing, or polishing of close-tolerance aerospace parts.

Skills & Competencies:

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and process sheets.

Strong understanding of surface finish requirements (e.g., Ra values, appearance standards).

High attention to detail and quality; ability to work with minimal supervision.

Familiarity with AS9100 environments is a strong plus.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented production setting with tight deadlines.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

Ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs. safely.

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for detailed finishing work.

Exposure to grinding dust, noise, and shop environment – PPE required.

May require use of respirator depending on task and material.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience finishing aerospace components (e.g., turbine blades, housings, brackets, fasteners).

Familiarity with high-value materials such as titanium, Inconel, and aerospace-grade aluminum alloys.

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Full-time