Centerless Grind Operator

Hudson, OH

Location: Hudson, OH 44236

Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Pay: $22–$28 per hour

Start Date: Immediate

Type: Contract-to-Direct Hire

Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing

About the Company

A global manufacturer and supplier of precision threaded and non-threaded fasteners, this company has been providing fastening solutions to OEM customers for decades. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability, they are expanding operations and adding new team members to their growing facility in Hudson, Ohio.

Position Overview

The Grind Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating centerless grinding machines to produce high-quality metal components with accuracy and consistency. This is a hands-on production role in a small, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and precision craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate centerless grinders to grind metal workpieces to exact specifications.
  • Monitor machine operations and make necessary adjustments; stop machines when issues arise.
  • Select, mount, and balance grinding wheels using hand tools and knowledge of abrasives.
  • Inspect and measure finished parts, setting aside defective components.
  • Perform basic maintenance such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts.
  • Use micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools to ensure accuracy and tolerances.

Qualifications

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience (grinding, machining, or similar).
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
  • Ability to compute measurements and make precise adjustments.

Preferred:

  • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
  • Background in automotive or manufacturing environments.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and mechanically skilled.

Training & Growth

  • Hands-on training provided at the Michigan facility during the startup phase.
  • Long-term opportunity with potential for advancement within a stable and growing organization.

Why Join

  • Stable, well-established company with decades of success.
  • Work with advanced Italian and Swiss machining technology.
  • Smaller team environment – you’re part of a tight-knit crew, not just a number.
  • Strong benefits and growth potential.

Benefits

  • Two medical plan options with HSA
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD
  • 401(k)