Machine Shop Technician - Centerless Grinder Set Up Specialist - Horberg Industries Inc

Horberg Industries Inc. is currently hiring for a full-time Machine Shop Technician - Centerless Grinder Set Up Specialist to maintain and operate our grinding equipment in the Bridgeport, CT area. This production position earns a competitive wage.

In addition to competitive pay and our positive, family-oriented culture, we offer our manufacturing team the following benefits:

• Insurance
• A retirement investment plan
• Vacation time
• Holidays
• Generous leave package
• Employee referral awards
• Team bonuses
• Flexible work schedule

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!

DAY-TO-DAY

In this manufacturing position, you have the important responsibility of operating and maintaining our grinding equipment to facilitate the production of high-quality parts. After reviewing blueprints, shop travelers, and operation sheets, you set up equipment to operate at optimum efficiency. You reliably conduct routine maintenance such as checking fluid levels and dressing regulating wheels. As you operate the grinders, you are attentive to how well they're performing. A mechanically minded problem solver, you quickly fix minor malfunctions.

Committed to producing parts that conform exactly to specifications, you measure, examine, and test completed components using precision instruments. You keep careful records and accurately perform data entry tasks for each job. You're proud of the quality of work you do, and you eagerly assist supervisors with the training of other team members. Although the parts we manufacture may be small, you feel great knowing you play a big role in their production!

ABOUT HORBERG INDUSTRIES INC

We craft precision dowel pins. While sounding unremarkable, these pins are used by all manner of aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial enterprises, as well as by government, public, and private industries. For a small company, we make a big impact in the dowel pin business. Starting as a contract precision grinding company in 1935, we have continually worked to develop and refine our capabilities to keep pace with our customers' needs. When people look for quality dowel pins, on-time delivery, and the lowest total cost, they look to Horberg Industries.

Our hard-working employees play a big role in our success. To recognize them for all they do, we strive to be flexible in our scheduling and allow them room to grow. We also foster a family-like environment where everyone feels welcomed and supported. By offering generous benefits, we hope to show our employees how much we appreciate the value they add to our company.

OUR IDEAL MACHINE SHOP TECHNICIAN - CENTERLESS GRINDER SET UP SPECIALIST

• Mechanical aptitude - enjoys figuring out how things work and how to repair them
• Problem solver - able to think critically and find practical solutions
• Fast learner - eager and willing to learn new skills
• Team player - work well with others in a machine shop environment

If this sounds like you, keep reading!

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MACHINE SHOP TECHNICIAN - CENTERLESS GRINDER SET UP SPECIALIST

• High school diploma OR trade school experience OR equivalent
• 2+ years of grinding experience OR 3+ years of experience working in manufacturing, production, or in a technical position
• Ability to set up and operate centerless grinding machines OR the ability to quickly learn to do so
• Experience reading blueprints
• Proficiency with inspection equipment such as a micrometer, profilometer, and roundness gauge
• Proficiency in basic shop math
• Ability to stand throughout a shift in a machine shop environment

If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our manufacturing team as a Machine Shop Technician - Centerless Grinder Set Up Specialist!

Location: 06604