Centerless Grinder Operator - Manufacturing Specialist

Horberg Industries Inc; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Health and life insurance

Generous leave package

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Horberg Industries Inc. in Shelton, CT, is hiring a full-time Centerless Grinder Operator – Manufacturing Specialist. You will set up, operate, and maintain centerless grinders to produce precision dowel-pin components for multiple industries.

The role requires blueprint reading, shop math proficiency, and the ability to stand a full shift in a machine shop. Experience with inspection tools is essential, with growth opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Reading blueprints is required.
• Basic shop math proficiency is required.
• Ability to stand for a full shift in a machine shop.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain centerless grinding equipment to manufacture precision parts.
• Inspect finished components with precision instruments and maintain job records.
• Support training efforts under supervisory guidance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Stand for long shifts

Education

High school diploma

Trade school experience

Tools

Micrometer

Profilometer

Roundness gauge

Job description

Our company culture sets us apart. At Horberg Industries Inc. in Shelton, CT, we're hiring a full-time Centerless Grinder Operator - Manufacturing Specialist who believes in building more than just a career.

Why Join Our Team?

We specialize in crafting precision dowel pins. While they may seem ordinary, these essential components are integral to a wide array of industries, including aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors, as well as serving government entities and private enterprises. The dedication of our hardworking employees is a cornerstone of our success. To honor their contributions, we prioritize flexible scheduling and create opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our workplace fosters a family-oriented atmosphere where everyone is welcomed and supported. By offering generous benefits, we aim to express our deep appreciation for the value our employees bring to the company.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation


• Retirement investment program (401(k) w/4% company match)


• Health and life insurance


• A generous leave package, including sick/personal, holiday, vacation, etc.


• Opportunities for company performance bonuses

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Set up, operate, and maintain centerless grinding equipment to manufacture precision parts, ensuring machines run efficiently and reliably.


• Conduct routine maintenance (check fluid levels, dress regulating wheels), troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues, and monitor grinder performance to prevent defects.


• Measure, inspect, and test finished components with precision instruments, maintain accurate job records and data entry, and support training efforts under supervisory guidance.

HOW TO BECOME OUR CENTERLESS GRINDER OPERATOR - MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST:

• High school diploma, trade school experience, OR equivalency


• 2+ years of grinding experience OR 3+ years of experience working in manufacturing, production, or in a technical position


• Experience reading blueprints


• Ability to set up and operate centerless grinding machines, OR the ability to learn to do so quickly


• Proficiency in basic shop math


• Proficiency with inspection equipment such as a micrometer, profilometer, and roundness gauge


• Ability to stand throughout a shift in a machine shop environment

Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.