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Grind Machinist - 2nd/3rd Shift

Buffalo, NY, US💼 Full-time💰 $28–$28🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-25

Core

Manufacturing complex, high-precision components for flight-critical systems in aerospace and defense programs (e.g., F-35, MQ-25) using cylindrical, internal, and surface grinders.

Role type

Grind Machinist (IC)

Builds

Precision parts for military aircraft and advanced industrial applications

Domain

Aerospace / Defense / Manufacturing

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Grinding operations, blueprint reading, GD&T interpretation, precision measurement, wheel selection and dressing, setup and alignment, tolerance holding (.001 +/- .0005)

Preferred skills

Experience as a Grind Machinist, knowledge of irregular shape machining

Technologies

Micrometers, Calipers, Dial Bore Gauges, Air gages, Diatest, V-blocks, Profilometers, Electronic gauging equipment

Responsibilities

Grind complex parts with intricate contours to tight tolerances; perform own setups including chucking and aligning; dress grinding wheels for various forms; inspect work using precision gauging equipment; participate in cell planning and problem solving

Seniority

Mid-level IC (3+ years experience)

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