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CNC Studer Grinder Operator

PDS Tech
  • Torrance, CA
  • $38 Per Hour
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Job Description

Earn $38/hr + Up to $3,000 Bonus in a Precision Aerospace Manufacturing Environment

Are you an experienced CNC Grinder who thrives on holding ultra-tight tolerances and producing precision components that meet the highest quality standards?

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled CNC Studer Grinder Operator to join a world-class manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for machinists and grinding specialists who enjoy challenging work, precision measurement, and operating advanced CNC grinding equipment in a high-performance environment.

If you're experienced with CNC grinding and take pride in machining parts to near-perfect specifications, we want to hear from you.

What's In It For You?

$38.00 per hour

Up to $3,000 Attendance Bonus

  • $1,000 after 14 days with perfect attendance
  • $1,000 after 60 days
  • $1,000 after 90 days

Stable swing-shift schedule

Work with advanced CNC Studer grinding technology

Opportunity to machine critical, high-precision components

Develop expertise in aerospace-grade manufacturing

Quality-focused workplace where craftsmanship matters

Join a team that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement

What You'll Be Doing

As a CNC Studer Grinder Operator, you'll play a critical role in producing precision-machined components that require exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Setting up and operating CNC Studer grinding machines
  • Maintaining production while holding tolerances as tight as .0003 inches
  • Operating and monitoring multiple machines simultaneously
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
  • Performing in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment
  • Verifying dimensions, surface finishes, and tolerance requirements
  • Making machine adjustments to ensure consistent quality and performance
  • Applying shop mathematics, GD&T knowledge, and machining principles to solve production challenges
  • Supporting quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
  • Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 4+ years of CNC machining or CNC grinding experience
  • Experience operating CNC grinding equipment
  • Ability to consistently hold extremely tight tolerances
  • Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills
  • Knowledge of precision inspection and measurement techniques
  • Understanding of shop mathematics and machining principles
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will stand out:

  • Studer grinder experience

  • Conventional grinding experience

  • Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

  • Aerospace manufacturing experience

  • Precision machining and high-tolerance production environments

  • Experience using:- Micrometers

    • Calipers
    • Dial indicators
    • Precision gauges
    • Bore measurement equipment
  • Machining certifications or technical training

Ideal Candidate Profile

You'll be a great fit if you:

  • Enjoy working on highly precise parts where every micron matters
  • Have experience maintaining tolerances of .001" or tighter
  • Can independently verify and inspect your own work
  • Are comfortable operating multiple machines at once
  • Take ownership of quality and production performance
  • Have experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or other precision manufacturing industries
  • Want to continue developing advanced grinding and inspection skills

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. as needed
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift
  • Comfortable working around CNC machinery and manufacturing equipment
  • Ability to safely follow all manufacturing and safety procedures

Why Experienced Grinders Choose This Opportunity

This is not a typical machine operator role. You'll be working on precision components that demand exceptional attention to detail, advanced inspection skills, and the ability to maintain extremely tight tolerances. Your expertise will directly impact product quality and manufacturing success.

Whether your background includes Studer grinders, CNC grinding, cylindrical grinding, aerospace machining, precision manufacturing, or high-tolerance production, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career while working with advanced technology and a highly skilled team.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced CNC Grinder, Studer Grinder Operator, Cylindrical Grinder, Precision Machinist, or CNC Machinist with grinding experience, we'd love to speak with you.

Apply today and bring your precision machining expertise to a company where quality, craftsmanship, and technical skill are truly valued.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

You should be proficient in:

  • GD&T
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Shop Math Skills
  • Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • CNC Grinder

Numbers & Facts

LocationTorrance, CA
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
Year Founded1977
Websitehttp://www.pdstech.com/

About Company

One of the oldest and largest staffing companies in the United States, PDS Tech connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.

 

PDS Tech has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial. We offer our contractors an ala carte benefits package that far exceeds our competitors, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, and employee prepaid legal services. We have an active referral bonus program to reward the collaborative efforts of our contractor community. Depending on your location or job category, holidays and longevity bonuses may also be offered.  In addition, we have a recognition program to honor workplace accomplishments and celebrate contractor achievements.

 

PDS Tech has recently joined the AKKA Group. AKKA is an international leader listed on the Euronext stock exchange and provides engineering consulting and R&D services for clients in the fields of automotive, aerospace and rail, and including life sciences, telecommunications, energy and defense. For more information about AKKA Technologies, visit https://www.akka-technologies.com/

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

 

For more information visit us at www.pdstech.com or call (800) 270-4737.

Skills

  • Access Controlunmatched
  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
  • Grindingunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Import/Exportunmatched
  • Lift/Move 30 Poundsunmatched
  • Machiningunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Equipmentunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Medical Equipmentunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Quality Assuranceunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched

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