What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist / Grinding Technician (Precision Manufacturing) position at Astrix?
💲 $26–$36/hour (depending on shift and experience)
📍 Onsite - Linden, NJ | Hiring ASAP
🕒 Multiple Shifts Available
We are seeking experienced CNC Machinists / Grinding Technicians to join a precision manufacturing team supporting highly regulated industries such as medical, aerospace, and automotive. This role focuses on setup, programming, and operation of precision grinding equipment, producing tight-tolerance components to exact specifications.
This is a great opportunity for candidates who take pride in their work, maintain strong organization, and have a desire to learn and grow within a high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
📍 Onsite - Linden, NJ | Hiring ASAP
🕒 Multiple Shifts Available
- 1st Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ($26-32/hr)
- 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM ($28–$34/hr)
- 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM ($30–$36/hr) 📅 Monday – Friday (occasional Saturdays OT as needed)
We are seeking experienced CNC Machinists / Grinding Technicians to join a precision manufacturing team supporting highly regulated industries such as medical, aerospace, and automotive. This role focuses on setup, programming, and operation of precision grinding equipment, producing tight-tolerance components to exact specifications.
This is a great opportunity for candidates who take pride in their work, maintain strong organization, and have a desire to learn and grow within a high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate OD and centerless grinding machines
- Perform tool changes, machine adjustments, and setup optimization to meet cycle time and quality targets
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and produce parts to specification
- Use precision measurement tools (contact and non-contact) to verify tolerances (surface finish, concentricity, straightness, etc.)
- Troubleshoot machining processes and equipment to resolve issues and improve efficiency
- Maintain production schedules while ensuring high-quality output
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to resolve production challenges
- Support development of tooling and gauging for complex geometries
- Complete required production documentation and follow SOPs
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- 4 years of CNC machining experience required
- Experience working with tight tolerances (±0.001” or better)
- CNC experience required (must have to be considered)
- Experience with centerless grinding highly preferred (especially for 1st/2nd shift)
- Familiarity with EDM, multi-axis milling, and CNC lathes is a plus
- Background in medical, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing preferred
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail, including quality, documentation, and housekeeping
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Candidates who are hands-on, detail-oriented, and quality-driven
- Individuals with a strong work ethic and pride in craftsmanship
- A willingness to learn, grow, and take on new machines and challenges
Salary : $26 - $36