Grinding Machine Operator/Set
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Thomaston, CT Area | 2nd & 3rd Shifts (Training on 1st) | $18.00 per Hour | Contract-to-Hire Potential
Ready to Take Your Grinding Experience to the Next Level? Have experience operating grinding machines and want to learn more? This is an opportunity to build on your existing manufacturing skills and develop the ability to set up and operate grinding machines. Join a growing company where you can expand your technical knowledge, take on new responsibilities, and build a long-term manufacturing career.
We're looking for mechanically inclined individuals with hands-on grinding machine operating experience who are interested in advancing their skills. You'll start by operating machines and performing quality checks, with the opportunity to learn machine setup and troubleshooting as your experience grows.
- Operate grinding machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints to verify products meet print requirements.
- Use standard manufacturing measuring devices to check dimensions and product quality.
- Perform in-process inspections and complete required quality documentation.
- Learn to select appropriate tooling for specific grinding operations.
- Develop machine setup skills and learn to make adjustments for production requirements.
- Identify production issues and participate in developing solutions to improve machine performance and product quality.
- Previous hands-on experience operating grinding machines is required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning machine setup.
- Ability to read and understand manufacturing blueprints.
- Comfortable using measuring tools and inspection equipment.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality parts.
- A willingness to learn, take on additional responsibilities, and grow into a more skilled manufacturing role.
2nd and 3rd shift openings available.$18.00 per hour.
Benefits:- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- MyCTSavings Retirement Savings Plan
- AAA Membership
Additional benefits and eligibility may vary by assignment.
Must be available to train on 1st shift.
Contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential to build a long-term career.
LocationThomaston, CT, with opportunities for candidates commuting from surrounding communities, including Plymouth, Terryville, Watertown, Waterbury, Bristol, Litchfield, Harwinton, Torrington, Bethlehem, and Wolcott.
Take the Next StepIf you already know your way around grinding machines and are ready to develop your setup skills, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
A.R. Mazzotta is an equal opportunity employer.
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