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CNC Tool & Cutter Grinder / CNC Tool Grinder
RS-13146-DAV
Portland, ME
We are working with a precision solid carbide cutting tool manufacturer seeking an experienced CNC Tool & Cutter Grinder / CNC Tool Grinder to support the production and optimization of high-performance round tools, including drills, end mills, and reamers.
This position is ideal for someone currently working in a carbide or cutting tool manufacturing environment who has hands-on experience with CNC tool grinding machines and understands both tool geometry and production-level precision requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate, and optimize CNC tool grinding machines, including Walter and Reinecker platforms
- Manufacture and refine solid carbide round cutting tools such as drills, end mills, and reamers
- Interpret tooling specifications, blueprints, and geometry requirements to produce precision rotary cutting tools
- Utilize advanced tool inspection and measurement systems including Walter Helicheck, Zoller PomBasic, and Bruker Alicona
- Work within Tool Studio or similar tool design software to support geometry verification and process accuracy
- Analyze runout, concentricity, surface finish, flute form, and dimensional tolerances to ensure tool performance and consistency
- Troubleshoot grind strategy, wheel selection, offsets, and machine parameters to improve tool quality and production efficiency
- Support new tool introductions and continuous improvement initiatives within a CNC tool grinding environment
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to maintain manufacturability and repeatability
Required Experience:
- Experience working as a CNC Tool & Cutter Grinder, CNC Tool Grinder, or Tool & Cutter Grinder within a solid carbide or cutting tool manufacturing environment
- Hands-on background with Walter or Reinecker CNC grinding machines
- Direct experience producing solid carbide drills, end mills, reamers, or similar round tools
- Familiarity with inspection and metrology systems such as Helicheck, Zoller, Alicona, or comparable precision measurement equipment
- Strong understanding of cutting tool geometry, carbide materials, grinding processes, and tolerances
- Ability to work independently in a high-precision manufacturing setting
Preferred Background:
- Experience using Tool Studio or other tool design software
- Exposure to coating considerations, flute design, relief angles, and grind wheel selection
- Prior involvement in process improvement or production optimization initiatives
- Comfortable reading engineering drawings and supporting documentation
Why This Opportunity:
- Work directly with advanced CNC tool grinding technology
- Play a critical role in the production of high-performance solid carbide cutting tools
- Competitive compensation in the $100K–$130K range
- Relocation support available
- Stable position within a precision manufacturing environment focused on round tool excellence