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Surface Grinder

Oberg Industries and Careers
Freeport, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

At Oberg Industries our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high quality parts. Currently, we are accepting applications for 1st and 2nd shift for skilled Surface Grinder/Manufacturing Grinder which will work at our Freeport, PA facility. The ideal Grinder candidate for this opportunity will have experience setting up and operating surface grinding machinery, as well as being capable of working to tight tolerances.

Are you a skilled machinist with a passion for precision grinding? If you answered "YES", then we want you on our team!! Click “Apply Now” for immediate consideration.

Oberg Industries is a local, family-owned, trusted contract manufacturing partner to some of the world’s most recognized companies, helping them bring thousands of innovative products to market. For over 77 years, our skilled employees stamp, grind, mill, turn, machine and design customized components and assemblies found in countless items that improve the quality of life for millions of people every day. Our most competitive advantage is our skilled and innovative workforce. Oberg Surface Grinders are among the best trained in the industry, supported by a culture of continuous learning that includes, cross-training, apprenticeships, and advancement opportunities.

What you will do in your role:

  • Inspect parts before grinding to check for chips or cracks.
  • Verify the dimensions of the work piece to match with the dimensions on the blueprints.
  • Inspect parts that are received from other departments.
  • Inspect blueprints for inconsistencies.
  • Must be able to set up and operate manual surface grinding equipment.
  • Must be able to fixture and design methods of manufacturing complex parts.
  • Must be able to locate, diagnose and correct problems in equipment and systems utilizing test equipment and/or prior work experience.
  • Offer input on how to improve the operations.
  • Record how much time is spent on each job.

What you need to have:

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Successful completion of 2 1/2-year surface grinding apprentice program or possess equivalent experience.
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
  • Must possess knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
  • Must be able to communicate through written, verbal, or other means of communication.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or be able to comply with U.S. export regulations.
  • Must be able to wear personal protection equipment, such as earplugs, safety glasses, and safety shoes.

Physical demands of the role: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in a standing, sitting, or bent position for 10 hours/day and must be able to lift a maximum of 35 pounds with control and unassisted. The employee must be able to raise arms above shoulders and maintain dexterity for extended periods of time and also use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and be able to stoop or kneel for excessive periods of time. The employee must be able to perform the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must be able to wear personal protective equipment. This position requires on-site work. Remote work options are not available.


BENEFITS TO WORKING AT OBERG:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Overtime Pay (after 8 hours per day worked)
  • 20% Shift differential
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (no premiums paid)
  • Medical benefit opt-out with Reimbursement option.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid, no contribution)
  • Death Benefit
  • 401K Retirement Plan (with 4% employer match)
  • 401K Oberg Profit Sharing Contribution
  • Quarterly Bonus Program (based on company performance)
  • Paid Time Off (earning up to 5 weeks)
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Temperature-Controlled Work Environment

We also offer a family-friendly atmosphere and a number of perks for our employees such as Employee Referral Program Incentive Pay, Health Club Membership Reimbursement, Tool Purchase program, Training and Development opportunities and much, much more!!


At Oberg Industries, LLC we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. No question on this application form is intended to solicit information about an applicant’s protected characteristics, if any. In addition, the Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental disabilities of applicants.

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