Grinder

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East Windsor, CT, USA
In-Office
Junior
Aerospace
The Role
Set up and operate surface grinding machines in an FAA-regulated aerospace workshop. Perform precision manual grinding to tight tolerances, inspect and document machinery, read blueprints, use measuring/test equipment, make minor repairs, and follow HSE policies and engineering instructions.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Overview of the Position:

The Grinder is responsible for the set up and operation of surface grinding machines in an FAA regulated workshop. This critical position will work with a team of engineers and production personnel to resolve issues for our clients from commercial, business, and military markets. Successful candidates must be able to pass a lab-based drug screen and occupational health exam as per federally regulated aerospace and aviation guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth, and exposure to the manufacturing field for a person with traditional machining experience.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform quality work on conventional operated surface grinding machines
  • Use of measuring and test equipment to ensure all dimensional requirements are met
  • Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines
  • Work from and follow blueprints, diagrams, & written process instructions
  • Lead inspection and document machinery for any needed repairs
  • Make minor repairs on machinery as needed
  • Any other duties as required by the Company

 

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must be safety conscious and can adhere to important HSE policies
  • Familiarity with MS Office, Word, and Excel
  • Demonstrated machine shop equipment training (I.e., CNC machines, lathes, mills EDM, etc.)
  • Shop mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
  • Strong command of the English language verbally and in writing
  • Machine and measure to close tolerances (.0002") as required
  • Interpret complex blueprint specifications, charts, and follow work orders and engineering instructions as necessary
  • Once trained, interpret engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5
Preferred Qualifications

Education / Experience Requirements:

  • Must be a US Citizen per FAA regulations
  • Vocational high school or technical school education in machining and machining practices (Certificate of completion required)
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2 - 4 years' experience manual machining on shop machines

 

Other Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

 

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

 

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl;
  • Is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
  • Good dexterity (grip, grasp, clutch)
  • Is frequently required to talk or listen.
  • Works in moderate noise levels.
  • Lift to 50lbs.
  • FAA & DOT regulated work environment. Must be able to pass required background and drug test.

Skills Required

  • Pass lab-based drug screen and occupational health exam per federal aerospace/aviation guidelines
  • Pass required background check
  • Must be a US Citizen (FAA regulation)
  • Vocational high school or technical school education in machining (certificate of completion)
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2-4 years' experience manual machining on shop machines
  • Demonstrated machine shop equipment training (CNC machines, lathes, mills, EDM)
  • Familiarity with MS Office, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to machine and measure to close tolerances (0.0002")
  • Use measuring and test equipment to ensure dimensional requirements are met
  • Ability to read and follow blueprints, diagrams, and written process instructions
  • Interpret engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 (once trained)
  • Adhere to HSE/safety policies and FAA & DOT regulated work environment requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and meet physical demands of the job
  • Shop mathematics competency (basic algebra and geometry)
  • Strong verbal and written English communication skills

HEICO Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about HEICO and has not been reviewed or approved by HEICO.

  • Retirement Support The company maintains a long‑standing 401(k) program with company matching available to nearly all U.S. employees, with matches sometimes delivered in company stock. Official materials indicate broad participation and subsidiary‑level match structures.
  • Flexible Benefits The package spans medical, dental, vision, HSAs/FSAs, life and disability coverage, PTO and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an EAP, and various discounts, with multiple plan choices. Eligibility and specifics can differ by subsidiary.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness programs such as health fairs, screenings, flu shots, and on‑site classes appear alongside fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts. These offerings complement core coverage and support day‑to‑day wellbeing.

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The Company
HQ: Hollywood, FL
709 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

HEICO Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of aerospace, defense, and electronics related products and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Flight Support Group (FSG/HEICO Aerospace) and Electronic Technologies Group (ETG). HEICO Aerospace offers jet engine and aircraft component replacement parts. It also involves in manufacturing specialty aircraft/defense related parts; offering thermal insulation blankets primarily for aerospace, defense, and commercial applications; subcontracting for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs); providing specialty parts as a subcontractor for aerospace and industrial OEMs, and the United States government. In addition, this segment distributes hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components for the aviation markets.

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