Surface Grinder, Toolroom Grinder

Top Job

Located in Brighton, MI

Salary: Compensation up to $25/hr.

Tool Room Grinder – 1st Shift

Pay: Up to $25.00/hour (based on experience)
Shift: 1st Shift – 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM to Train, Transferring to 2nd shift 3:00pm-11:00pm after 1 month training 
Location: Howell, MI

About the Company: Express Employment is representing our client in Howell, engineering in house with tool building capabilities, operating advanced high‑speed presses, and maintaining strict quality standards. The tool room plays a critical role in supporting this level of performance.

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Tool Room Grinder. This position is ideal for a skilled trades professional who enjoys manual and CNC grinding work and wants to be part of a stable, long‑tenured manufacturing environment.

This is not a die repair–only position. The majority of the role focuses on precision grinding, with occasional opportunities to assist in die builds or maintenance as workload requires.

Primary Responsibilities (Approx. 70–80%)

• Perform manual grinding operations, including: Surface grinding.
• Set up and operate grinders to produce precision die details and components
• Able to upskills train CNC ID/OD grinding over time.
• Maintain tight tolerances and ensure high‑quality finishes +/- 0.001.
• Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and work instructions.
• Inspect work using precision measuring tools (micrometers, gauges, comparators).

Secondary Responsibilities (Approx. 20–30%)

• Support tool room operations during: Die maintenance or repair.
• Assist with tool assembly or related tasks during peak workloads.
• Work cross‑functionally with toolmakers and tool room leadership as needed.

Required Experience & Skills

• 1-2 years proven experience in manual grinding (surface, OD; ID experience strongly preferred).
• Background in a tool room or precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn manual and CNC ID/OD grinding.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfortable working in a production‑focused, tool room setting.
• Reliable, team‑oriented mindset with long‑term employment interest.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with: CNC, Surface Grinder, ID/OD grinders
• Tool & die or precision tooling environments
• Experience supporting die builds or maintenance
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision

To apply: Send resumes to this posting or call/text (517) 546-5627, ask for Dio Rodriguez.

#CareersInTrades #HiringInHowell #ToolRoomGrinder

Apply Now