Precision Roller Grinding Technician

Location: Petersburg, VA — Brenco Bearing & Amsted Seals Divisions

Pay Range: $20 - $24 per hour

Be part of an employee-owned leader

Amsted Rail, a business of Amsted Industries, is a global innovator in freight rail solutions and a 100% employee‑owned company. In Petersburg, our Brenco Bearing and Amsted Seals teams produce tapered roller bearings and precision sealing systems that keep freight moving safely. As an employee-owner, you benefit directly from our success through annual stock awards and competitive pay.

A day in your role

You begin the shift by loading the correct program into the machine control unit and confirming that conveyors, gantry devices, and robots are ready. You verify gauges and review the quality plan, then run your first parts. Throughout the day, you:

• Operate and maintain a grinding line to perform multiple grinding functions on metal work pieces, producing precision parts aligned to customer specs and Amsted Rail standards.
• Measure dimensions using gauges; check parts for defects and record run data in the company system.
• Listen for abnormal sounds (like excessive vibration) and adjust manual/automatic parameters to correct issues and keep parts in conformance.
• Assist with changeovers; safely select and use hand/power tools; lift and position components manually or with hoists/cranes.
• Monitor transfer conveyors; oversee gantry devices; load/unload robots; and replace worn grinding wheels.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot part compliance and equipment problems.
• Operate a forklift to move part bins for processing.

What you bring

• Comfort regularly standing and moving through the department and shift; ability to lift/push/pull 10–50 lbs.
• Commitment to safety, ergonomics, and environmental standards per the Amsted Rail Health & Safety program; willingness to wear company-provided PPE.
• Mechanical aptitude; prior industrial/manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment screening and meet all job requirements.

Why you’ll love working here

• Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation).
• 401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life and disability coverage, and pet insurance (available after 30 days).
• Competitive Pay: Hourly rate considers prior experience; annual bonus eligibility potential.
• Career Growth: On-the-job training, pay-for-skill, and clear advancement paths.
• Work-Life Balance: PTO starting at 3 weeks, 11 paid holidays, Day Shift schedule (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.), 3, 2, 2, 3; Night Shift schedule (7:00 p.m. - 7 a.m.), 3, 2, 2, 3.
• Extras: Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, employee discount programs.

Compliance notes

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening

Amsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.