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Nordic Solutions
Precision Cylindrical Grinding Specialist — OD/ID, CNC & Manual
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A Grinder or Sharpener operates grinding machinery used to sharpen metal tools and blades.
$41,961 / year median in the U.S.
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Job Description
Precision Cylindrical Grinding Specialist —
OD/ID, CNC
& Manual Nordic Solutions - 4.6 Miamisburg, OH Job Details $40 - $45 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Referral program Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Blueprint specification interpretation Grinding machine operation Machine troubleshooting Equipment troubleshooting Precision measurement in machining Full Job Description Precision Cylindrical Grinding Specialist —OD/ID, CNC
&Manual Location:
Nationwide, frequent travel to customer sitesCompensation:
40+ dollars per hour, plus 125 to 180 dollars per day tax-free per diem, and 0.76 dollars per mile mileage reimbursementEngagement:
Multi-month projects of 6 months or more, with ongoing assignment pipeline A day in the life on the road You touch down in a new city, roll into a clean, buzzing shop, and get briefed on a batch of complex parts that demand tenths and flawless finishes. You review the print, confirm GD&T callouts, and choose the right wheel for the alloy in front of you. After a careful setup on OD and ID grinders, you dial in, dress, and verify runout. First piece is inspected with micrometers, bore gages, height gages, and an optical comparator. A CMM report confirms you are in the sweet spot. You troubleshoot a surface finish issue, tweak feeds and speeds, and the parts start flowing. Another plant. Another challenge. Same commitment to precision. What you will handle End-to-end setup and operation of OD, ID, and cylindrical CNC and manual grinding equipment One-off and short-run components produced to extremely tight tolerances On-the-fly machine adjustments and process troubleshooting Selection, dressing, and care of grinding wheels for peak performance Work with exotic alloys and hardened steels Blueprint and GD&T interpretation to plan each operation Hands-on inspections using micrometers, bore gages, height gages, optical comparators, CMMs, and other precision tools Maintain dimensional accuracy and exceptional surface finishes in fast-paced environments Partner with shop teams to solve manufacturing challenges What you bring 5 or more years in OD, ID, or cylindrical grinding across CNC and manual platforms Proven success holding tight tolerances and producing precision components Manual grinding background preferred; CNC grinding experience a plus Expert blueprint reading and GD&T fluency Advanced inspection, troubleshooting, and problem-solving strengths Experience machining or grinding exotic materials and hardened steels preferred Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and overtime when needed Willing and able to travel nationwide for project work Pay and benefits Competitive base pay starting at 40+ dollars per hour, based on experience Tax-free per diem: 125 to 180 dollars per day Mileage reimbursement: 0.76 dollars per mile Overtime opportunities Health and dental insurance Employee referral program Long-term, open-ended project opportunities Are we describing you A true precision grinder who owns setup through inspection Comfortable jumping into new shops and equipment Professional, reliable, quality-driven Team-minded and solutions oriented Proud of your craft and energized by challenging work Consistently meets demanding specifications Tools and technologies you may encounter CNC Mill 3-4 axisVMC:
Fanuc, Bridgeport, Mazak, ProtoTRAK, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Kitamura, Makino, Brother, Hurco, Dmg Mori Seiki, Hwachon Surface Grinder:
Okamoto, Harig, Chevalier, Boyarschultz, Acer, Blanchard Manual Grinder:
Okamoto, Cin-Milacron, Norton, Harig, Heald, Chevalier, Kent CNC Lathe 2-4 axis: Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, Dmg Mori Seiki, Samsung, Murata, Fuji, Nakamura, Hyundai -Wia, Hwachon, Quick Tech CNC Grinder:
Mitsubishi, Okuma, Okamoto, Studer, Amada, Toyoda, Chevalier, Anca, Walter, Tru-Tech Jig Grinder:
Moore, Cleereman Cylindrical Grinder Machine ID Grinder Machine OD and ID Grinding Machine About Nordic Solutions We advance manufacturing across the United States by deploying elite grinders to solve complex problems.Our values guide every project:
Grit | Honor | Intention | Quality | Collaboration | Agility . Ready to go where the work is and be rewarded for your mastery Apply now to join a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and continuous growth.Benefits
- Transportation
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Programs