How to hire a tool grinder operator

How to hire a tool grinder operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step tool grinder operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a tool grinder operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new tool grinder operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The tool grinder operator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A tool grinder operator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, tool grinder operators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of tool grinder operators.

   Type of Tool Grinder Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Tool Grinder Operator		$12-19
   Grinder	Depending on the industry, a grinder has a diverse range of duties. Typically, they oversee setting up and operating bearing grinders, cam grinders, and CNC lathes... Show more	$12-19
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CNC
   • Grinding Machines

   Responsibilities:

   • Used instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers for accurate measurement.
   • Balance and set up various size rolls to G1, exceeding industry standards.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your tool grinder operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A tool grinder operator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, tool grinder operators' average salary in texas is 27% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level tool grinder operators 34% less than senior-level tool grinder operators.
   • Certifications. A tool grinder operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a tool grinder operator's salary.

   Average tool grinder operator salary

   $16.26hourly

   $33,817 yearly

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   Entry-level tool grinder operator salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a tool grinder operator job description

   A good tool grinder operator job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a tool grinder operator job description:

   Tool grinder operator job description example

   • Provide operational support for AV, VTC, and collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, Skype, YouTube, GCDS, Facebook, etc…) from 0430-2200, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays
   • Provide on-site AV and VTC support, to include but not limited to, briefing assistance for all events (e.g., meetings, briefings, distinguished visitor visits, award ceremonies, retirement ceremonies, and command presentations) in designated conference/auditorium locations within USTRANSCOM facilities at Scott AFB.
   • Provide on-site AV and VTC support, to include briefing assistance, for USTRANSCOM Commander (TCCC), USTRANSCOM Deputy Commander (TCDC), and USTRANSCOM Chief of Staff (TCCS) attended briefing events at Scott AFB
   • Assist with administration of core VTC infrastructure devices including Cisco Video Communication Servers (VCS) and Multipoint Control Units (MCU)
   • Schedule and operate VTCs using Cisco Multipoint Control Units (MCU) in secure and unclassified VTC environments
   • Provide on-call support as requested with a two (2) hour response time – this may be extended to 24x7 during real-world events, contingencies, exercises, or as required by USTRANSCOM
   • Provide user assistance and instructions for operating USTRANSCOM AV and VTC systems Setup, test, and operate Audio Visual (AV) systems within USTRANSCOM
   • Setup, execute, and take down fixed and portable Video Teleconferencing (VTC) service and equipment in support of USTRANSCOM mission requirements
   • Assist in providing metrics and analysis of equipment installation activities, trouble tickets, and incidents (with special attention to senior leader level issues in a weekly activity report)
   • Assist with setup and configuration of new desktop and room based VTC endpoints for deployment
   • Additional duties as required which may include office supply tracking and ordering, serving as the Equipment Custodian (EC) for the AV / VTC office, and serving as the Functional Area
   • Communications Computer Systems Manager (FACCSM)
   • Open and track incident tickets as applicable, utilizing the Government-provided ITSM tool suite
     

   QUALIFICATIONS:

   • The selected candidate must:
   • Be proficient with Audiovisual and VTC equipment operations.
   • Have highly effective oral and written communication skills.
   • Have exceptional organizational skills and be self-motivated.
   • Have CompTIA Security+ certification
   • Be able and willing to provide world class customer service in support of the Jacobs client.
   • Be a team player willing to assist other team members as necessary to satisfy customer requirements in a timely manner.
   • Be able to work in a dynamic environment under potentially stressful situations while remaining calm.
   • Be able to accommodate a flexible and varied work schedule to include early mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends.
   • Be able to provide on-call support as requested with a two (2) hour response time – this may be extended to 24x7 during real-world events, contingencies, exercises, or as required by USTRANSCOM
   • This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years of related experience.

   
   

   Atlantic Digital offers a generous benefits package to include but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, company paid Life, STD and LTD, a 401(k) plan with 5% company matching contributions, $4K/ annually in Professional Development, Holidays and Paid Time Off.

   It is the policy of Atlantic Digital to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Atlantic Digital will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disability.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right tool grinder operator for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your tool grinder operator job on Zippia to find and recruit tool grinder operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting tool grinder operators requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new tool grinder operator

   Once you've found the tool grinder operator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new tool grinder operator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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