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Grinder Operator

Job Description:


Now hiring Grinder Operator
Location: Santa Ana, CA
Pay Rate: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour
Schedule: 2nd Shift | 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Every Product Starts with You.
Join us as a Grinder Operator in Santa Ana and be the start of something real. You’ll run machines, assemble parts, or pack goods that ship around the world. It’s hands-on work with fair pay and room to grow.

Requirements: 

  • Education: A Diploma or GED gets you in the door.
  • Experience: 2 years of experience.
  • Physical Ability: Stand, bend, twist, lift (up to) 50 lbs.
  • Teamwork: Bring your best attitude and help keep the line running smoothly.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Benefits: 

  • Reliable, solid weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, and vision plans ready when you need them
  • Discounts and perks that make life easier
  • Optional 401(k) for steady savers

Job Duties: 

  • Grinds metal parts according to customer specifications and established performance standards.
  • Performs quality workmanship through the use of precision measuring instruments and enters data into the Statistical Process Control (SPC) system.
  • Refers to Tech Sheets, blueprints, or Purchase Orders to ensure parts are ground to correct specified dimensions.
  • Follows the scheduled workflow according to assigned priorities and communicates deviations to the department manager.
  • Works toward increased performance and makes adjustments to equipment and set-ups as needed.
  • Monitors equipment maintenance with the guidance of Lead Grinder, Machinist, or Sr. Specialist.
  • Adheres to safety regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

“Manufacturing work is fast paced and physical. Pay is good.” – Staffmark Production Associate

Join a Team That Works for You

At Staffmark, we’re more than just a staffing company—we’re your career partner. As part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Group, an HR powerhouse behind big names like Indeed and Glassdoor, we’ve got the muscle and the know-how to get you where you want to go.
With more than half a century of experience and a track record of putting hundreds of thousands of people to work every year, we’ve got your back. Whether you’re looking to level up, switch gears, or just get to work fast, we make it happen.
Join us and experience the advantage of working with a trusted name in recruiting—because your success is our success.


About Staffmark

Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.


The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.