CNC Centerless Grinder - 2nd Shift (+15% Diff)

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO Package

Paid Company Holidays

401K Match Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Job summary

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO is seeking a Grinding Set-Up Operator/Machinist to set up and operate CNC cylindrical grinders to produce high-precision parts. This role is based at our East Hartford, CT plant and offers growth with a strong quality focus.

Candidates should have 8+ years of experience on centerless grinders, excellent blueprint reading and GD&T skills, and the ability to work independently while ensuring parts meet specs and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience setting up and operating centerless grinders.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC centerless grinders to produce high-precision parts.
• Read blueprints, operation sheets, and travelers to guide machining operations.
• Perform complex setups including fixturing, wheel selection, and dressing; edit CNC programs as needed.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure conformance with quality standards using gauges and measuring instruments.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and assist others with setup or production problems.
• Support other machining and assembly operations as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measurement tools

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cincinnati #2 Centerless Grinder

Cincinnati #I Centerless Grinder

Cincinnati #2 Thru-Feed Centerless Grinder

Royal Master Centerless Grinder

Kellenberger OD Grinder

Job description

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO is seeking a Grinding Set-Up Operator/Machinist to set up and operate CNC cylindrical grinders to produce high-precision parts. This role is based at our East Hartford, CT plant and offers growth with a strong quality focus.

Candidates should have 8+ years of experience on centerless grinders, excellent blueprint reading and GD&T skills, and the ability to work independently while ensuring parts meet specs and quality standards.