CNC Grinder (Day Shift 4-10s Monday - Thursday)

About Automatic Products:

Automatic Products is a growing precision machine shop in Sumner, Washington, proudly serving aerospace, space, automotive, electronics, and commercial industries for over 40 years. We specialize in precision milling, turning, and mechanical assemblies, and take pride in delivering high-quality work for industry-leading customers. At AP, we value our employees and foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where people can grow their skills, build long-term careers, and work on challenging, meaningful projects.

How You'll Make an Impact

The CNC Grinder will utilize strong manufacturing skills and experience with CNC machines and controls to support production of precision components. This mid-level role is responsible for machine set-up, operation, troubleshooting, and inspection to ensure parts meet specifications, while contributing to a safe, efficient, and world-class manufacturing environment.

What you'll be doing as an Advanced CNC Grinder:

• Working a Full-time, onsite position at our Sumner, WA location. (4-10s Monday - Thursday)
• Set up and operate CNC grinding machines in accordance with work orders, blueprints, and specifications.
• Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and report discrepancies to lead or supervisor.
• Conduct thorough first-part inspections and make adjustments as needed.
• Verify conformance of finished parts to specifications using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and other precision measuring tools.
• Adjust machine controls for speeds, feeds, and depth of cut to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Read and interpret engineering and manufacturing drawings.
• Recognize and communicate production or quality problems, escalating as appropriate.
• Complete assigned tasks within required timeframes with moderate supervision.
• Assist in training or supporting entry-level operators as needed.
• Follow all company safety guidelines, including proper use of equipment and protective procedures.
• Perform miscellaneous duties in the machine shop or other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience):

• 3-5 years of experience in CNC machining or grinding operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate CNC machines.
• Working knowledge of speeds, feeds, and machine functions.
• Ability to independently follow instructions and concentrate for long periods of time.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Consistent work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience):

• Good writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience with MS applications
• Strong skills and aptitude in math
• Completion of vocational or college training in machine shop (Certificate of completion of basic machining course)

Physical Demands :


The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative 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 frequently required to do the following:

• Ability to lift or move up to 50lbs.
• Reach forward, up, down and to the side in order to move equipment.
• Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.
• Access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Work Environment:

A large percentage of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures vary from hot to cold. The environment may also include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vapor from coolant, etc. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 6% QACA company match.


The CNC Grinder Compensation range for onsite California applicants is $25/hr-$35/hr commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.


Automatic Products is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on RTCA's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.