OD/ID/Cylindrical CNC and Manual Grinder (Traveling)

Location: Nationwide (Travel Required)

Pay: $40+/hour + $125 to $180/day Per Diem + $0.76/mile Mileage Reimbursement

Duration: 6+ Month Assignments | Ongoing Opportunities

Join Nordic Solutions

Nordic Solutions is seeking highly skilled OD/ID/Cylindrical CNC and Manual Grinders to support advanced manufacturing projects throughout the United States. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced grinding professionals who enjoy challenging work, traveling to new locations, and producing high-precision components across a variety of manufacturing environments.

If you're a true grinder who can independently set up, troubleshoot, inspect, and hold extremely tight tolerances, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate OD, ID, and cylindrical CNC and Manual grinding machines
Grind complex one-off and low-volume production parts to precise tolerances
Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot grinding processes
Work with exotic materials and high-alloy steels
Select, dress, and maintain grinding wheels for optimal performance
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications
Perform detailed part inspections using precision measuring equipment, including:- Micrometers
- Bore gages
- Height gages
- Optical comparators
- CMMs and other precision inspection tools
Maintain dimensional accuracy and exceptional surface finishes
Solve manufacturing and process-related challenges in fast-paced production environments

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in OD, ID, or cylindrical CNC and Manual grinding
Strong experience holding tight tolerances and producing precision components
Experience with manual grinding equipment preferred
CNC grinding experience is a plus
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
Advanced inspection, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
Experience machining or grinding exotic materials and hardened steels preferred
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
Willingness and ability to travel nationwide for project assignments

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay starting at $40+/hour, based on experience
Tax-free per diem of $125 to $180 per day
Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile
Overtime opportunities
Health and dental insurance
Employee referral program
Long-term, open-ended project opportunities

Who We're Looking For

You are:

A skilled precision grinder, not just a machine operator
Comfortable adapting to new shops, equipment, and environments
Reliable, professional, and committed to quality workmanship
Collaborative, flexible, and solution-oriented
Proud of your craft and motivated by challenging work
Dedicated to producing high-quality work that consistently meets demanding specifications

Our Values

At Nordic Solutions, we represent:

Ready to Travel, Earn Top Pay, and Put Your Skills to Work?

Apply today and join a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and continuous growth.

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You should be proficient in:

Equipment Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Skills
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Deburring Experience
CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
Automotive Manufacturing Systems
Aerospace Manufacturing
Precision Measurement & Inspection
Machine Setups for Production Runs
Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (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/ID Grinding Machine