Glastonbury Southern Gage, a division of Alpha Q, Inc. is seeking an experienced 1st Shift CNC ID/OD Grinder to join our team!

This is an amazing opportunity to work with some of the best people in the industry.

This position will be located at our Colchester, CT manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the position to include, but not limited to:

• Performs complex and intricate internal diameter and or external diameter grinding operations from blueprints
• Responsible for the dimensionality of work
• Performs polishing, breaking of edges, and radius grinding/checking
• May train new operators and act as a department resource in problem-solving/troubleshooting for less experienced operators
• Works with lab technicians to ensure optimal material for lapping
• Participates in Lean Manufacturing events throughout the manufacturing area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 5 years of machining experience required, 2 years of CNC Grinding experience preferred (but will train the right individual with prior CNC milling or turning experience)
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics and machining technology, precision measuring procedures, setup techniques, and tooling applications
• Must be capable of using basic inspection equipment (i.e. micrometers, calipers, plug gauges) as well as having a broad knowledge of mechanic principles
• Thorough familiarity and understanding of process sheets, blueprints, specifications, and procedures that are applicable to the job.
• Experience with SuperTec or a similar conversational control programming is a plus
• Highly organized and willing to cross train in different areas of the shop

Education Required:

• High school or vocational graduate

Compensation:

We offer a very generous compensation package and our benefits package includes, health, dental, 401K plan, vacation, and life insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Alpha Q, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, religion, age, national origin, disability, qualified veteran status, or other protected class status.

Please visit www.gsgage.com to learn more about Glastonbury Southern Gage

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Colchester, CT 06415: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)