CNC Cutter/Grinder

MSC Industrial Supply Co.; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Industrial Supply Co. is seeking a CNC Cutter/Grinder in Chicopee, MA to regrind and recondition cutting tools per instructions. The role involves reading blueprints, setting up CNC machines, and maintaining quality through precise inspections.

Responsibilities include monitoring operations, adjusting programs, and training others as needed. Work environment is a fast-paced shop with occasional overtime, starting pay $24.42–$29.85 per hour, depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and basic math skills required.
• Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read and follow work order instructions.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to use test and measuring equipment and perform basic math as well as set up and operate various machine tools.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specs to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Observe machine operation and adjust CNC program or setup as needed.
• Navigate CNC software to adjust programs and grind tools to print specs.
• Inspect finished pieces with precision measurement tools.
• Return tooling to correct location after completion.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Multitasking

Reading work orders

Training others

Measuring equipment

Machine tool setup

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC software

Job description

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC
Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.

Employment Type :Full Time
Work Location :Chicopee, MA - Grind Shop
Brief Position Summary
The role of CNC Cutter/Grinder is to regrind, recondition and/or manufacture cutting tools per instructions.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Displays or possesses the ability to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts CNC program or machine set-up as required.
• Ability to navigate CNC software and adjust the programs as needed, to grind tools within print specifications.
• Verifies/inspects conformance of finished work piece to specifications using precision measurement instrumentation.
• Returns tooling to proper location upon completion of work.
• Sets up machine and ensure proper safety guarding is in place, before starting work instructions.
• Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's vision and unity of purpose.
• Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required

Qualifications

What You Need:

• High School Graduate w/ basic math skills
• Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read and follow work order instructions.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to use test and measuring equipment and perform basic mathematical calculations as well as setup and operate various machine tools is required.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to inspect tools per print and document results professionally.

Other Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Stationed in the shop approximately 95% of working time.
• Occasional overtime hours required.
• Work in a fast past environment
• Work under deadlines
• Maintain an organized/efficient work center.

SAFETY HAZARDS OF THE JOB

• Minimal hazards. General shop working conditions.

Compensation starting at $24.42Hr - $29.85Hr depending on candidate location and experience.
The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries, and the cost of labor in respective cities. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's relevant experience, education requirements and peer pay equity. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 business days from the original posting date or longer as needed to fill the position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.

Please note that MSC uses electronic monitoring and system logs in its workplace, including monitoring of Company-provided systems and collaboration tools, as permitted by applicable law.