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Precision Grinder - Machine Shop (Centerless Manuel Grinding )

Crane Aerospace & Electronics
Burbank, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Precision Grinder for our Machine Shop Team at our Burbank, CA location.

Job Summary: The Precision Grinder operates precision grinding machines to product parts according to established blueprint and engineering specifications.

Essential Functions

  • Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications, utilizing knowledge of machine operation
  • Measure work pieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices
  • Select machine tooling to be used, utilizing knowledge of machine and production requirements
  • Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences
  • Mount and position tools in machine chucks, spindles, centers, or other tool holding devices, as well as using hand tools
  • Activate machine start-up switches to grind or cut work pieces, according to specifications
  • Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges or micrometers, holding tolerances of /- .001 to .00002 on Inside Diameter (I.D) & Outside Diameter (O.D), and checking parts to Blue Print requirements
  • Lift and position work pieces, manually on machine tables, faceplates, or chucks, using clamps
  • Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools that remove excess material or burrs from surfaces, sharpen edges or corners, or buff, or polish metal or plastic work pieces
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems; make any necessary adjustments to correct problems
  • Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience: 3 years of experience in centerless grinding.
  • Knowledge: Working knowledge as a Precision Grinder in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience working with Cincinnati centerless grinding machine (manual) is highly preferred.
  • Skills/Abilities: Centerless, and Inside Diameter/Outside Diameter grinding.
  • Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Hourly range: $21.40 to $35.60. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

  • Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
  • Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
  • 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
  • Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. #CAE

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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