CNC Machinist - Grinding Operator

Company: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: February 10, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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. Major Areas of Responsibility: - 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. 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.) - 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. - Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork. Physical Requirements: - Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs. - Able to stand for up to 8 hours PIda1495b92855-25405-37816811

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