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Finish Grinding Operator - 2nd Shift

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flag solutionsGardena (CA)

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Mid

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$25.00–$35.00/hr

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Job Description: Finish Grinding Operator in Gardena, CA — $25.00–$35.00/hr DOE, 2nd shift, contract-to-hire. Perform precision grinding to meet aerospace dimensions and surface finishes. THE BASICS
Pay: $25.00–$35.00/hr DOE
Shift: 2nd shift, 2:30 p.m. start; recruiter will confirm workdays and end time
Location: Gardena, CA 90249 (on-site)
Type: Contract-to-HireStart: Interviewing now — immediate start availableABOUT THE ROLEThe finish and dimensions have to match the print, whether you are on a manual grinder or CNC equipment. Operate manual, CNC, and automated grinding equipment to make parts to engineering drawings and customer specifications. Depending on your experience, work can include setup, wheel dressing, inspection, and troubleshooting complex geometries. Training and supervision depend on demonstrated grinding knowledge. This is production work that combines machine operation, dimensional checks, and job handoffs.
WHAT YOU'LL DO: Verify parts and prior operations against shop travelers
Read blueprints, GD&T, drawings, and work instructions Set up and operate manual, CNC, or automated grinders Grind parts to dimensional and surface-finish specifications Change and dress wheels and adjust tooling based on experience Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, gauges, and comparators Troubleshoot grinding defects and machine-performance issues Document production status and coordinate incoming and outgoing jobsWHAT YOU NEEDAbility to read blueprints, travelers, and work instructions Knowledge of grinding operations and machining processes Familiarity with CNC, manual, or automated manufacturing equipment Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools Understanding of dimensional tolerances and production quality Mechanical troubleshooting ability Ability to read, write, and communicate in EnglishNICE TO HAVEPrior finish-grinding experience in manufacturing or aerospace (preferred for the current openings)CNC grinding, wheel dressing, or complex geometry experience Experience with OD, ID, centerless, or surface grinders High school diploma or GEDWHY CONTRACTORS CHOOSE FLAGWeekly pay, every Friday — direct deposit or pay card Medical benefits available to eligible contractors Paid sick leave in accordance with California law Referral bonuses — get paid when you bring in good people A recruiter who actually answers — you get a direct line, not a call centerPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSHandle parts and tooling, perform setup and wheel adjustments appropriate to experience, and use precision measuring tools while safely accessing grinding machinery. WORK ENVIRONMENTPrecision manufacturing floor with manual, CNC, and automated grinding equipment. PPE is required and provided, and all plant safety procedures apply.
HOW TO APPLY: Hit Apply and a FLAG recruiter will review your background within one business day. If you're a fit, we'll call you to talk through the work, the shift, and the pay before anything gets submitted to the client — no surprises. Questions first? Call 562-242-7655 or email inquiries@flag-solutions.comABOUT FLAG SOLUTIONSFLAG Solutions is a Southern California staffing firm with offices in Fullerton and Long Beach, specializing in skilled manufacturing and professional placement across aerospace and defense, food and beverage, automotive, pharmaceutical, and electronics. FLAG Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The pay scale stated above is the range FLAG Solutions in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and other job-related factors. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local fair chance ordinances. FLAG Solutions is the employer of record for this position.

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