Grind Machinist

CMI Group Aerospace & Defense
Phoenix, AZ

Grind Machinist

Defense & Aerospace Machine Shop

Location: 3617 E La Salle St, Phoenix, AZ 85040 (South Phoenix - 40th St & Southern)

SHIFT : Night Shift: 3:30 pm - 2 am Monday - Friday

ID / OD Grind

Operates grinding machines to assemble products and produce parts to established blueprint and engineering specifications. Manual and CNC grinders.

Machines used are Heald ID, Toyoda OD manual and CNC, Okamoto CNC ID and OD, Kellenberger CNC, honing, surface and centerless grinding. Heald experience a plus.

Grind Machinist Duties / Responsibilities

  • Grinds and blends steel to prepare for paint or powder
  • Selects, mounts, attaches and calibrates a variety of attachments to grind angles, contours, lines, spheres, etc. onto surfaces
  • Complete all required paperwork properly – inspection reports, spc, job travelers, etc.
  • Work in tolerances of .0002-.0005
  • Able to work independently and stay on task – operate 2 machines regularly
  • Ability to problem solve and communicate process improvement suggestions with management

Grind Machinist Required Skills / Abilities

  • Familiarity with Okuma and Kellenberger Grinders, Heald a plus
  • Proficient with standard types of inspection equipment – Indicating Micrometers, Bore Gages, Sunnen Gage, Test Indicators
  • Experience in grinding holding tolerances preferred
  • Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn
  • General knowledge of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and bench tools
  • Ability to read and interpret written information and follow directions

Grind Machinist Education / Experience

  • High School or GED
  • CNC experience preferred but not required
  • 5+ years ID/OD grinding experience preferred, but will train lathe or mill machinist looking to grow in one of the most complete grind departments in the valley

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

The Company is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:

  • The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
  • Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
  • Rehabilitation Act of 1973
  • Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
  • Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
  • The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
  • The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
  • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq
Posted 2025-09-25

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