Shop Machinist - Grinder

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

A shop grinder operates grinding machines and power tools to smooth, shape, or polish metal and other materials They are responsible for setting up equipment, interpreting blueprints, removing excess material, and ensuring finished products strictly conform to design specifications and quality control standards. The role directly reports to the Supervisor.

Benefits Offered:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Standard work schedule is 4 days a week (Monday- Thursday), 10 hours a day.

Mandatory Overtime on weekends based on production needs

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain various grinding equipment, including hand-held grinders.
• Interpret technical drawings, and work orders to ensure parts are ground to the correct dimensions and tolerances. Smooth and finish surfaces, remove excess metal, deburr parts, and chip or grind away excess welds, rust, and scale.
• Inspect and measure finished parts against specifications using precision instruments like micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Remove excess material, sharp edges, and imperfections from parts
• Perform routine machine adjustments to maintain product quality
• Perform routine maintenance on machines, including cleaning, lubrication, and replacing worn grinding wheels.
• Conduct quality checks and document production results
• Follow all safety protocols, OSHA guidelines, and company policies
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Maintaining accurate production records and other relevant documentation
• Work involves frequent lifting of materials up to 50 pounds.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
• Performs other duties and activities as required.

Local Requirements

Normal work environment will be shop or field which will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles.

Physical Requirements

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Standing	C	Walking	O	Sitting	O
Pushing	F	Pulling	F	Climbing	C
Balancing	C	Bending	O	Stooping	O
Kneeling	O	Crouching	O	Crawling	O
Reaching	C	Handling	C	Fingering	C
Feeling	C	Vision	C	Hearing	C
Lifting (lbs.)	Carrying (lbs.)
0-10lbs	C	0-10lbs	C
10-20lbs	C	10-20lbs	C
25-50lbs	C	25-50lbs	C
50-100lbs	O	50-100lbs	O
100lbs+	NP	100lbs+	NP

Sedentary Work:

Lifting 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools.

Light Work:

Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Medium Work:

Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds (overhead level).

Heavy Work:

Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Very Heavy Work:

Lifting objects more than 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more (to shoulder height).

Tools Used	Cutting Torch
Grinders
Calipers
Hand Tools
Hammers
Personal Protective Equipment	Hard Hat, Leather Gloves
Safety Goggles/Glasses Z87 STAMPED
Hearing Protection
Harness
Safety Toe Shoes Required ANSI 41.1 with steel toe and defined heel

Audio-Visual & Licensing Demands

R=Required & NR =Not Required

Depth Perception

R

Color Discrimination

R

Peripheral Vision

R

Hearing (Avg)

R

Work Environment

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Inside	C	Wet and/or Humid	O	Electrical Hazards	NP	Fumes	NP
Outside	F	Noise	C	Burns	F	Odors	NP
Extreme Cold	O	Vibration	NP	Explosives	NP	Mist	NP
Extreme Heat	O	Mechanical Hazards	O	Radiant Energy	NP	Gases	NP

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational training or machining certifications are a plus.
• Strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift heavy materials.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, shop environment is highly valued.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Skills and Behaviors

• Adaptability and Agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• Advanced Self-Awareness and Interpersonal skills
• A consistently developing Business and Technical Acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively verbally communicate directions from craft supervisors and respond to questions from managers and fellow workers.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Must be able to read a tape measurement