CNC Grinding (Cylindrical/O.D.) Set-Up Operator - Level III

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO•East Hartford, CT

15d•Onsite

About The Position

This Grinding Set-Up Operator/Machinist will primarily set-up and operate CNC cylindrical (O.D) grinders (e.g. Kellenberger, Studer, etc.) to produce high precision parts made from a variety of materials. In this role, you will ensure that all manufactured parts are in full compliance with quality standards and customer specifications. This role is for 1st or 2nd shift. 1st shift is 7am-3:30. 2nd shift is 3:00 - 11:30pm 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 Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment
Ability to set up CNC cylindrical grinders (e.g. Kellenberger, Studer, etc.)
Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.

Nice To Haves

Experience with centerless grinding (Cincinnati, Royal Master, etc.), pinch-peel grinding (e.g. Rollomatic, ANCA, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with manual cylindrical grinders (e.g. Brown & Sharpe, etc.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

The setup and operation of CNC cylindrical grinders (e.g. Kellenberger, Studer, Jones & Shipman, Hauser, Clausing, etc.)
Working from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specifications, this person sets-up and completes the machining operations to produce high precision parts.
Performs complex setups including fixturing, wheel selection, and dressing, for self and others. Operates equipment as needed.
Creates CNC programs on the machine and edits programs as necessary. Selects grinding wheels, tooling, gages, and other equipment as needed.
Assists other Operators with setup or production problems.
Ensures that all manufactured parts are in full compliance with quality standards. Uses measuring instruments and gages to perform dimensional and visual inspections on close tolerance parts.
Performs all routine maintenance on the equipment.
Performs other related duties as required, including centerless grinding (in-feed and thru-feed) on equipment such as Cincinnati and Royal Master grinders.
Packs and cleans parts as needed.
Performs other machining and assembly operations as needed.