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This role requires diligence, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to safety and quality standards\n\nJob requirements\n\nPhysically able to stand at grinding machine for long hours and lift parts up to 45lbs without assistance.\nMust be able to turn machine handle(s) for extended periods of time as is required to complete job(s).\nAbility to accurately measure down to .0001 of an inch repeatedly.\nOwn precision micrometers from 0 to 2” and a high quality .0005” dial indicator at a minimum or able to purchase items within 30 days.\nMust be extremely organized and keep their work area exceptionally clean.\nPrior operational experience of manual mills preferred.\nFull knowledge of gage blocks and gage pins and how to use them.\nUnderstanding of speeds and feeds and how they relate to manual grinding.\nMust fully understand squareness and how to inspect for squareness and how to manufacture a square part.\nFollow all safety procedures and protocols.\nMust have a thorough knowledge of thermal expansion and how it relates to the grinding process.\n\nJob Qualifications\n\nHigh school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred\nProficient in basic mathematical skills including ability to calculate trigonometric functions.\n1–3 years of experience in metal grinding or machining\nFamiliarity with grinding tools, abrasives, and machine operation\nAbility to read technical drawings and use precision measuring instruments\nEffectively communicate with supervisor and peers in department\n\nSkills and Competencies\n\nPrecise and meticulous\nManual dexterity and hand-eye coordination\nProblem-solving and troubleshooting abilities\nTime management and ability to meet production deadlines\nTeamwork and communication skills","company":"Bitterroot Tool Machine","rawCompany":"bitterroot tool machine","city":"Stevensville","state":"MT","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-05-21T06:00:11.956Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4194.00","title":"Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners","slug":"tool-grinders-filers-and-sharpeners"},{"code":"51-4033.00","title":"Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"grinding-lapping-polishing-and-buffing-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"51-9022.00","title":"Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand","slug":"grinding-and-polishing-workers-hand"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"332721","title":"Precision Turned Product Manufacturing","slug":"precision-turned-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"332812","title":"Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers","slug":"metal-coating-engraving-except-jewelry-and-silverware-and-allied-services-to-manufacturers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Surface Grinder","description":"Benefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nJob Summary\n\nThe Metal Component Grinder is responsible for operating various grinding machines and tools to shape, finish, or smooth metal parts to precise specifications. 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