Primary Tool
CNC Cutter Grinder Operator – 5-Axis (ANCA / Walter)
Primary Tool, Madison Heights, Michigan, United States, 48071
CNC Cutter Grinder Operator – 5-Axis (ANCA / Walter)
Primary Tool is a growing manufacturer of carbide round tool specials, and we’re looking to add an experienced 5-axis CNC cutter grinder operator to our team.
This role is specifically for CNC cutter grinders. This is not a mill or lathe position. Mill- or lathe-only experience will not be considered.
What You’ll Be Doing
Set up and operate 5-axis CNC cutter grinders (ANCA, Walter)
Manufacture custom carbide round tools and specials
Work from prints, models, and tool specifications
Inspect tools for accuracy, geometry, and finish
Collaborate with engineering and operations to meet quality and delivery goals
Required Experience (Non-Negotiable)
Hands-on experience running ANCA and/or Walter CNC cutter grinders
Direct experience with carbide round cutting tools
Understanding of tool geometry, flute grinding, and edge prep
Ability to set up jobs and troubleshoot cutter grinder processes
Experience limited to CNC mills or lathes does not qualify for this role
What We Offer
Excellent benefits package
Stable workload with a focus on custom, high-quality tooling
Clean, organized, air-conditioned shop environment
Opportunity to work on challenging, non-production tooling
If you’re an experienced CNC cutter grinder operator looking to work on carbide round tools, we look forward to hearing from you.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Manufacturing
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This role is specifically for CNC cutter grinders. This is not a mill or lathe position. Mill- or lathe-only experience will not be considered.
What You’ll Be Doing
Set up and operate 5-axis CNC cutter grinders (ANCA, Walter)
Manufacture custom carbide round tools and specials
Work from prints, models, and tool specifications
Inspect tools for accuracy, geometry, and finish
Collaborate with engineering and operations to meet quality and delivery goals
Required Experience (Non-Negotiable)
Hands-on experience running ANCA and/or Walter CNC cutter grinders
Direct experience with carbide round cutting tools
Understanding of tool geometry, flute grinding, and edge prep
Ability to set up jobs and troubleshoot cutter grinder processes
Experience limited to CNC mills or lathes does not qualify for this role
What We Offer
Excellent benefits package
Stable workload with a focus on custom, high-quality tooling
Clean, organized, air-conditioned shop environment
Opportunity to work on challenging, non-production tooling
If you’re an experienced CNC cutter grinder operator looking to work on carbide round tools, we look forward to hearing from you.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Manufacturing
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