Grinder Operator C

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Stratford
Posted on: July 6, 2025

Job Description:

Job ID: 695529BR Date posted: Jun. 17, 2025 Description: Function • Set up and operate automated and non-automated external, internal, surface or centerless grinding machines to perform routine and repetitive rough and finish grinding operations. Typical Responsibilities • Follow standard grinding practices, ordinary drawings, specifications, operation sheets and specific instructions to perform a variety of routine production operations to grind I.D., O.D., radii, tapers, grooves, recesses, threads, faces and shoulders on all assigned types and forms of materials. • Use all standard faceplates, centers, arbors, fixtures, etc., as applicable to make routine set-ups. • Use specified wheel, adjust pre-determined feed and speed, and dress and shape wheel to obtain optimum stock removal and specified finish. • Block, clamp, and shim to hold and align work piece and prevent springing, distortion or breakage. • Maintain close tolerances, limited interrelated dimensions, concentricity, and etc. per production requirements. • Perform other related work of a comparable or lower skill level, including deburring, polishing and part marking. • Maintain quality standards by checking work visually and with basic measuring instruments; record data manually or electronically as required. • Refer all questionable conditions or recurring difficulties to Working Leader or Supervision. • Perform operator checklist as required and comply with all EH&S procedures. • As required segregate waste material and follow good housekeeping practices. May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals' skills. Basic Qualifications: Requires knowledge of decimals and fractions involving the interpretation of ordinary or less complicated drawings and ability to use micrometers, snap gages, electrical plug gages, comparators, dial bore gages, etc. Also requires some knowledge of grinding methods and procedures, types of grinding wheels and their relationship to types of metals and conditions. 6 months to 1 year of experience Clearance Level: None Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt Business Unit: RMS Relocation Available: No Career Area: Manufacturing Type: Full-Time Shift: Second

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