About rms Company

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Manual Grinder Position Summary

The Manual Grinder is responsible for setting up and operating manual grinding equipment with limited assistance. This position will produce, modify, and prepare tooling to close tolerances and finish specifications while selecting appropriate grinding wheels and checking tooling for conformance to specifications.

1st Shift: Monday to Thursday, 5:00 am to 3:00pm

Responsibilities

Manual Grinding Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual grinding machines after required training has been completed.
• Manufacture basic to intermediate tooling, including but not limited to straight reamers, step reamers, and step drills
• Prep tooling for Wickman machines
• Braze tooling components as required.
• Mill pockets for tooling according to specifications and job requirements.
• Select appropriate grinding wheels based on material, tooling type, and operation being performed.
• Read and follow drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Use inspection equipment to verify dimensions, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain accurate work records and communicate job status, issues, or nonconformances to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

Manual Grinding Requirements, Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Strong knowledge of shop mathematics.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and specifications.
• 1–2 years of related manufacturing, machining, or manual grinding experience preferred.
• Basic experience operating or supporting manual grinding and related equipment, such as Monoset, Wickman tooling, or similar equipment.
• Ability to use precision inspection equipment to verify conformance to specifications.

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

• Onsite Clinic
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Social Events
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

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