Grinding Machinist

ID/OD/Rotary Grinding Machinist

Contract-to-Hire | Brooklyn Park, MN | $20–$40/hour

We are looking for a skilled Grinding Machinist to join our team. This role is a great opportunity for someone with machining experience who enjoys working with high-precision equipment and producing quality parts to tight tolerances.

The ideal candidate will have experience setting up and operating grinding equipment and be comfortable working with a combination of ID, OD, and rotary grinding machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate one or more high-precision grinding machines.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously based on production workload.
• Work with a combination of:
  • Inside Diameter (ID) grinders
  • Outside Diameter (OD) grinders
  • Rotary grinders
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts meet print and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Perform close-tolerance work and make necessary machining adjustments.
• Process work orders and track materials and labor using barcode scanning systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support other machining and production activities as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machining experience.
• Experience operating grinding equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Ability to perform close-tolerance machining and inspection.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfortable with shop math and calculations related to machining and measurement.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with a team.

• Adaptable and comfortable learning new processes and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• PTO

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Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.