2nd Shift - Centerless Grinder

Job Info

• Job Identification
  116970
  
• Job Category
  Operations
  
• Posting Date
  04/08/2026, 12:00 AM
  
• Locations
  630 E Lambert Rd., Brea, CA, 92821, US
  (On-site)
  
  
  
• Job Schedule
  Full time
  
• Export-Controlled Data
  This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
  

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Responsibilities

Salary Range: $26-$36/hr, commensurate with experience

Position Overview:

The Centerless Grinder position
will set up and operate one Cincinnati #2 OM Center-Less Grinding Machine.
While operating the machine, the Centerless Grinder operator will follow the
quality policy of 3V Fasteners.

Key Responsibilities:

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Plan and perform close tolerance
set-ups with multiple material types.

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Responsible for training, instructing
and setting up for lower level employees.

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Set-up and operate while no set-ups for
others are required.

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Establish proper grinding wheel speeds
and stock removal rates for optimum efficiency.

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Identify necessary gages for each job.

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Perform 1st article inspection,
referring to the part print, before operating or turning over to another
operator.

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Actively participates in continuous
improvement activities to assist team in meeting daily goals of Quality and
Productivity.

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Maintain a clean and safe work
environment.

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Works with minimal supervision to
independently perform the job of Set-up Grind Operator.

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Set-up and operate one Cincinnati #2 OM
Grinding Machine.

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Maintain high quality standards.

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Read and understand work instructions.

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Completes assigned tasks in a timely
manner.

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Completes router, inspection sheet and
inputs set-up/production information into K-Lite production tracking.

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Observes all safety regulations.

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Performs other duties as required.

Other Duties:

Report any equipment defects, unsafe or hazardous
conditions, or material shortages to the Supervisor.

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Qualifications

Basic
Qualifications:

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High School Diploma or GED.

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Good communication skills.

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Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

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Experience with Inspection Tools (Micrometer, Caliper, Drop
gages, etc.)

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5 years of related experience.

• Employees must be
  legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of
  employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa
  sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

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Experience with Cincinnati Centerless Grinders.

Physical Requirements:

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Visual acuity for detailed work.

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Must be able to lift 50 pounds from floor-to waist-to floor
periodically.

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Must be able to stand for the entirety of the shift.

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Must be able to work in an un-air-conditioned shop environment.

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About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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About the Team
Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.