CNC Machinist - Trainer

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO; East Hartford (CT); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive PTO package

Paid company holidays

401K match

Tuition reimbursement/assistance

Résumé du poste

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO is seeking a CNC Trainer to lead classroom and hands-on training for CNC machining disciplines at our East Hartford, CT plant. The role combines teaching with practical shop floor guidance, serving as a subject matter expert to apprentices and machinists.

1st or 2nd shift, with on-site work only. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in training or leadership and at least 5 years hands-on CNC experience across turning, Swiss turning, mill-turn and milling, plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 2–3 years of training or leadership experience.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on CNC machining (turning, Swiss turning, mill-turn, milling).
• Strong CNC programming, setup and operation knowledge.
• Clear communication and ability to convey complex information.

Responsabilités

• Design and deliver CNC training programs combining classroom and hands-on sessions.
• Assess trainee performance and provide feedback with improvement plans.
• Maintain up-to-date CNC technology knowledge and integrate updates into curriculum.
• Serve as SME on the manufacturing floor, guiding apprentices and machinists.
• Create work instructions and training aids to improve operator effectiveness.

Connaissances

CNC programming

Hands-on training

Leadership

Machining operations

Formation

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Outils

CAD/CAM software

G-code programming

Description du poste

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CNC Machinist - Trainer

Full Time Technical East Hartford, CT, US

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced CNC Trainer with expertise in a variety of CNC machining and operation of Turning, Swiss turning, Mill-turn, and Milling, processes. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of training or leadership experience, with a preference for at least 2 years of hands-on training. This role involves leading students through an in-depth course that combines classroom instruction with practical, hands‑on training. When not engaged in training activities, the individual will set‑up/operate machinery and serve as a subject matter expert on the manufacturing floor, providing guidance to apprentices and ensuring optimal production processes.

This role is for 1st or 2nd shift. 1st shift is 7am-3:30.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Training and Development:
  • Design and deliver comprehensive training programs covering CNC machining disciplines.
  • Conduct both classroom and hands‑on training sessions, ensuring that students gain a thorough understanding of CNC machining principles and practices.
  • Assess trainees’ performance, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvement plans as needed.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in CNC technology and integrate relevant updates into the training curriculum.
• Mentorship and Support:
  • Act as a subject matter expert on the manufacturing floor, providing guidance and support to apprentices and less experienced machinists.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
  • Author engineering change notices to enhance production, aligning with best practices for CNC operations
  • Author work instruction, work aids, and associated training aids that improve operator effectiveness when performing their duties.
• Machining Operations:
  • Set up, program, and operate CNC machines according to operational work instructions and specifications.
  • Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to determine machining requirements.
  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Monitor machining processes, make necessary adjustments, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Document any inefficiencies in the process, issuing change notices to engineering or programming for issue resolution or process corrections.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications or an associate degree in a related field is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in training or leadership role, with a preference for candidates who have conducted hands‑on training.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in CNC machining, with proficiency in turning, Swiss Turning, Mill‑turn, and milling, processes.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming, setup, and operation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and adapt to evolving training and production needs.

Physical Demands:

N (Not applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this position

O (Occasionally)

Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)

F (Frequently)

Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

C (Constantly)

Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)