Centerless Grinder Setup Specialist – 2nd Shift

RBC Bearings Incorporated; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Job summary

Heim Bearings is seeking a 2nd Shift Setup Operator for centerless grinding to support production in Fairfield, CT. The incumbent will oversee the setup and operation of centerless grinding machines and precision gauging equipment, determine feeds/speeds, select tools, exchange grinding wheels, train new staff, and ensure quality control across the line.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to maintain production records while keeping the work area safe

Responsibilities

• Assist the centerless grinding area while maintaining production and quality levels.
• Periodically check operators for quantity and quality and spot check setups.
• Take complete responsibility for setup and operation of centerless grinding machines and related gauging equipment.
• Recommend optimum feeds and speeds and determine compensation requirements.
• Select the best tools for each operation and solve grinding problems that arise in manufacturing.
• Change, select and dress grinding wheels when required.
• Train new employees in the centerless grinding area and oversee gauges such as micrometers, verniers, indicators, shadow gauges and block gauges.
• Report all maintenance needs to the supervisors in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate production records and assist operators as needed.
• Keep the work area clean and safe and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job description

Heim Bearings is seeking a 2nd Shift Setup Operator for centerless grinding to support production in Fairfield, CT. The incumbent will oversee the setup and operation of centerless grinding machines and precision gauging equipment, determine feeds/speeds, select tools, exchange grinding wheels, train new staff, and ensure quality control across the line.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to maintain production records while keeping the work area safe