Grinding Machinist

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Grinding Machinist in aerospace machining for an opportunity in Windsor, CT.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Lapping Machinist to produce products by setting-up and operating one or more specialized manufacturing CNC machines

Qualifications and requirements:

• +10 years operating multiple manufacturing machines, including honing, lapping, CNC lathe, mill drill, grinding machine, CNC mill machine and deburring. Experience with tool room machining desired.
• Able to set-up and operate manual and CNC lapping and honing, grinders or OD-ID grinders with minimal supervision and achieve accuracies measured in millionths. Setting-up and operate tool room equipment including Jig Bore and Jig Grinding Machines is beneficial
• Must have the ability to read and follow set-up sheets, operation sheets, blueprints, programs and/or drawings.
• Meet production deadlines by following manufacturing schedules and procedures.
• Able to follow and instruct on machining set-ups and operating principles.
• Be able to troubleshoot and offer suggestions on how to resolve machining concerns.
• Familiarity with the use of a variety of machinist’s hand fools and precision measuring instruments.
• Able to make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks and scribes’ dimensions and reference points.
• Able to set and use all standard measuring instruments including Micro Hite.
• Maintain a safe working environment by utilizing safety applications and keeping all work areas clean.
• Contribute to the team effort by maintaining a positive attitude.
• Other duties as assigned.
• High School Diploma, or equivalent. Technical or vocational training desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with substantial acquaintance with and understanding of technical aspects of the job.
• Work requires the ability to understand and follow instructions, the ability to concentrate and the ability to work as part of a team and get along with others.
• This position requires strong verbal and written communication skills in addition to attention to detail
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.