Centerless Grinder Operator 2nd Shift

Irvine, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Business Profile:

PCC Fastenersoffers comprehensive product lines that cover virtually every aerospace fastening application; we produce fasteners precision components tooling and engineered system solutions for the automotive defense industrial machinery and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fastenersproducts manufacturing operations are spread over four continents forming a network of industry-leading companies. This enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever needed. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement our assets and industry leadership ensure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile:

Headquartered in Irvine CA Shur-Lok manufactures fastening systems with superior locking devices for critical requirements including engine module assembly structural assembly rotor blade attachment and aircraft engine shaft and spindle applications. Operations at the Irvine location include CNC Machining CNC Waterjet Cutting Laser Marking Heat Treating NDT and EDM.

Position Summary:

Under moderate supervision The Centerless Grinder Level II efficiently operates a centerless grinder(s) to grind external or internal cylindrical or tapered surfaces of metal work pieces to blueprint specifications.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Operate a centerless grinding machine to produce parts accordingly to specifications and instructions.
Dress wheel to obtain proper finish and effective removal of stock.
Set guide rail adjust the wheel to size and set stop length.
Analyze the best grinding method given work material. Mounts grinding wheel and regulating wheel on spindles with wrenches.
Positions and secures work rest at a specified height using wrenches.
Lift and position the workpiece manually or with a hoist and secures it between wheels and on the work rest.
Starts machines and observes operation. Verifies the dimension of the groundwork-piece for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as micrometers calipers and preset gauges.
Changes worn grinding wheels using wrenches. May set up automatic work feeding device.
Reports malfunctioning machines to the Lead or Supervisor.

Required Skills and Experience:

Minimum three-year experience in the operation of centerless grinding machines.
Ability to fully read blueprints in English inspect parts and obtain reference information from detail prints.
Set guide rail adjust the wheel to size and set stop length.
Inspect the first article and maintain the quality during the production of the lot.
Monitor the machine for proper operation lubrication and coolant level.
Check the condition of the grinding wheels.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Attention to detail and an attitude of 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
High energy level and ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Mathematical Skill Must have basic Mathematical skills such asAdding subtracting multiplying and dividing whole numbers fractions and decimals.Measurelengths and distances andCalculateareas volumes and weights. Able to compute rate ratio and percentage.
Blueprint Reading & InterpretationDemonstrate the ability to read and interpret the following in English reliably: drawing terms; call outs; symbols and/or descriptions; types of lines; front view; side view; top view; section view; types of radii; tolerances (min. and max.); external/internal thread; surface finish; fastener-related specifications.
Basic Visual & Dimensional InspectionDemonstrate the ability to inspect parts reliably using the following tools: caliper (dial and digital); micrometer (stand blade and disk); dial drop indicator; test indicator; comparator; pin gage; gage block set; any functional gages applicable to the operator. Must have the ability to use hand tools and measuring instruments.
Workmanship Demonstrate the ability to identify and take appropriate action to prevent correct or reject the following conditions on die and tools parts: cracks nicks scratches and dents.
Communication Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with team members to achieve cooperation and assistance to resolve problems and attain maximum productivity.

Desired Skills & Education

Self-motivated individual who can work independently and effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions blueprints and procedure manuals and write routine data on routers and company charts.
High School Diploma.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk sit; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Schedule:

2nd Shift: 2:15PM - 10:45PM

Job DescriptionBusiness Profile:PCC Fastenersoffers comprehensive product lines that cover virtually every aerospace fastening application; we produce fasteners precision components tooling and engineered system solutions for the automotive defense industrial machinery and other performance-driven m...