Precision Grinding and CNC Offset Technician

Location: Sedalia, MO — Gardner Denver (305 N State Fair Blvd., Sedalia, MO 65301)

Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM

Your shift, your craft

At 3:30 PM, you step onto the floor at Gardner Denver—part of Ingersoll Rand’s Industrial Technologies and Services business—where raw castings begin their transformation into world-class blowers and compressors. You’ll move components with a forklift or overhead crane, set up grinders to hold two-tenths (±0.0002 in) on diameters, and balance rotating assemblies both statically and dynamically. Between builds, you’ll interpret blueprints, follow torque specs, take precise measurements, and assemble to exact customer requirements using both standard and specialty tools.

As production flows, you’ll read CNC program code, make offsets, and perform light edits while watching machine behavior to ensure parts meet spec. You keep your area organized, flag quality issues and unsafe conditions, and ask the right questions to improve the process. You work with limited supervision, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

What you’ll handle

• Operate grinding equipment to hold ±0.0002 in on OD diameters
• Balance rotating assemblies (static and dynamic) to specification
• Use forklifts, overhead cranes, and walk-behind lifts safely
• Assemble equipment per blueprints and customer specs; apply correct torque values
• Measure, document, and verify dimensions; maintain clean work area
• Understand, edit, and offset CNC programs by reading code and observing machine performance
• Identify quality defects and address unsafe conditions promptly

What you bring

• 2+ years in machining; CNC experience preferred (strong manual experience considered)
• Proven ability to hold tight tolerances, specifically ±0.0002 in on ground diameters
• Comfort reading and interpreting mechanical drawings/blueprints
• Capability to make CNC offsets and minor program edits
• Hands-on with precision gauges: OD mics, snap gauges, height gauges, and similar tools
• Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving approach
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs throughout the shift
• Experience operating cranes and walk-behind lifts
• High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)

Preferred proficiencies

• Diagnosing equipment issues and mechanical troubleshooting
• Material handling familiarity
• CNC setups and changeovers
• Precision metrology and hand measurement expertise
• Machine geometry and alignment fundamentals
• Setting up machines for production runs
• Clear communication and solid shop math
• Confident blueprint interpretation

Why join Gardner Denver | Ingersoll Rand

We design and build mission-critical flow creation equipment for industrial, commercial, and government customers. Our products are engineered by industry leaders and manufactured to exacting standards. Here, your craftsmanship turns raw materials into reliable performance recognized worldwide.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) with company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Vacation and sick leave
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and EAP
• Access to Ingersoll Rand stock

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