CNC Cutter Grinder

BlackHawk Industrial; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a CNC Cutter Grinder responsible for precision grinding and sharpening of cutting tools. This entry-level position offers growth opportunities and requires strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills, with a focus on teamwork and safety. Competitive hourly pay of $19-$21 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401K, and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401K Plan and Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Competent in reading blueprints.
• Ability to operate CNC machines and perform basic maintenance.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate grinding machines.
• Modify cutting tools from blueprints.
• Inspect and maintain equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or trade school preferred

Job description

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Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $21.00/hr

WHO ARE WE: BlackHawk Industrial provides you the highest quality industrial products and equipment, offering manufacturing services while creating innovative engineered supply solutions. We truly believe in the importance of the local relationships with the customers we service. Our employees have fun every day exceeding the expectations of our customers, suppliers, and shareholders. We distinguish ourselves as the #1 choice of industrial manufacturers who are in need of Technical Service and Production Savings.

We are BIG ENOUGH TO SERVE, and SMALL ENOUGH TO CARE.

SUMMARY: The CNC Cutter Grinder is responsible for performing precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of cutting tools (drills, reamers, end mills, slab mills, slotting cutters in HSS and solid carbide). Make or modify cutting tools from blue prints or written instruction. Modify tool holders, boring bars.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Personally exhibits, recruits and coaches associates consistent with Core Behaviors
• Responsible for promoting culture ofsafety
• Set up and operate any and all departmental equipment, to recondition standard tooling and/or make/modify special tools
• Set up and operate grinding machines to grind industrial cutting tools
• Select and mount grinding wheels on machines, according to specifications, using hand tools and applying knowledge of abrasives and grinding procedures.
• Inspect, feel, and measure work pieces to ensure that surfaces and dimensions meet specifications.
• Perform basic maintenance, such as cleaning and lubricating machine parts.
• Dress grinding wheels, according to specifications.
• Monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are necessary; stop machines when problems occur.
• Remove and replace worn or broken machine parts, using hand tools.
• File or finish surfaces of work pieces, using prescribed hand tools.
• Turn valves to direct flow of coolant against cutting wheels and work pieces during grinding.
• Compute numbers, widths, and angles of cutting tools, micrometers, scales, and gauges, and adjust tools to produce specified cuts.
• Inspect cutting tools to detect defects, assess wear, and verify specifications, using micrometers, and loupes.
• Attach work pieces to grinding machines
• Program CNC Machines
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors, problems or defects
• Keep workspace clean and organized
  
  

Qualifications

• Fully competent with reading blue prints
• Use of inspection equipment (precise measuring tools)
• Follow written and verbal instruction
• Ability to troubleshoot Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
• Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Log in and out of set-up and operation (time management)
• Ability to think creatively, make decisions, and solve problems
• Able to communicate and cooperate with supervisors and peers
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No direct supervisory responsibility.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Some college or trade school preferred
• 0-2 years of experience required in the field or in a related field
• 2-4 years of experience preferred
• CNC programs, manual tool/cutter grinding experience or machine operator experience preferred.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• None required
  
  

Work Environment

• Employee is regularly required to speak and understand English, stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Employee is required to use computer and other equipment.
• Good working conditions. Environment may be slightly dirty or involve occasional exposure to elements listed above. Work is generally performed during traditional working hours; regular day hours Monday through Friday; although there may be some changes to work schedule to include some weekends or evenings.
• Employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to _25_ pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to clearly focus vision.
  
  

Ppe Required

• Wrist rest for keyboard and mouse pad. Eye protection, ear protection, steel-toed shoes and head protection, as required by customer.
  
  

Benefits

• Health Insurance BCBS of OK HDHP
• HSA with Employer match (must meet criteria)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan and Company Match
• FSA (Full FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent FSA)
• Company paid Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Company paid basic Life Insurance and AD&D/
• Supplemental life and AD&D/Dependent life
• Ancillary Critical Illness Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
• Ancillary Accident Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
• Ancillary Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Includes concierge services and travel assistance.
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Paid Time Off
• Gym Reimbursement
• Quarterly Wellness challenge with a chance to will money or prizes
• Tuition Reimbursement – after 1 year of employment
• BlackHawk Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• As part of our BHID policy, we require all potential employees to undergo pre-employment background and drug screening. This is a standard procedure we follow to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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