Location: Arvada, CO (15 minutes from Denver) Job Type: Full Time Employee Work Hours: M-F 7:30am - 4:30pm Education: High School Diploma Experience: 1 year  Actively Hiring Eligible for Relocation New Manufacturing Building 

ABOUT BARBER-NICHOLS INC. Barber-Nichols Inc. (BNI) is a leading provider of custom turbomachinery for the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics and Energy industries. This is a unique place. Our company is made up of people that are at the top of their game.  And we are working with customers who are at the top of their game.  Together, we help our customers revolutionize their markets and build amazing relationships with them in the process.  

BNI offers a competitive salary, a stable work environment, and an outstanding benefits package including low cost medical, dental, vision and accident insurance along with employer paid parental leave, military leave, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401K matching & profit sharing, company events, paid time off and more. If you're seeking to work with an amazing team in a “get-it-done” atmosphere that supports your development, and recognizes your achievements, BNI is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Grinder effectively sets up CNC cylindrical and surface grinding machines with required tools, fixtures, and programs to machines parts and fixtures to required specifications. The Grinder collaborates with other departments, reads and interprets drawings and process documentation to machine quality products meeting customer requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Properly set up CNC cylindrical and surface grinding machines per drawings and process documentation to grind precision parts and fixtures.
• Properly machine and deburr parts and fixtures to meet quality specifications, showing proficiency on several grinding machines in the department.
• Ensure safety of employees and quality of products throughout all production processes.
• Continuously improve procedures, processes and methods to ensure quality and improve efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent education certification.

Experience:

• Experience with set up and operation of CNC machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T callouts.
• Experience using manual inspection equipment (e.g., height gauges, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, etc.)

Other:

• Must be willing to work overtime as required

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:

• Completion of a two-year degree or certification in machining or equivalent from an accredited school, and/or vocational training.
• Some prior experience running cylindrical grinders and manually dressing grinding wheels preferred.
• Some prior experience programming CNC controls at the machine preferred.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Barber-Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Security clearance is not required for this position. 

HOW TO APPLY: Visit us at Barber-Nichols.com for more information and to apply for the position.

Barber-Nichols Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

COLORADO'S EQUAL PAY FOR EQUAL WORK ACT: Requires employers to provide the following information for position that is located in Colorado:

• Hiring Salary Range: $19.00 - $28.00/ hour

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is eligible for bonus.

• Benefits: Medical – health savings account and flexible spending account, Dental and Vision plans, 401(k) matching and profit sharing, life and AD&D insurance, short/long term disability, and PTO