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Grinder Level I

Prototek
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New Hampshire, Contoocook
Aug 11, 2025
Grinder Level 1
OT Eligible!

About Prototek
Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, EDM, and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, electronics, consumer, and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States includingfacilities in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR Registered.For more information, visitwww.prototek.com.

P Position Summary

The Grinder Level I is an individual who can adapt to a fast-paced, Sheetmetal shop environment focusing on on-time delivery of parts. This person must have a strong work ethic, be willing to learn and ask questions about manufacturing processes. They will be learning the operation of all required equipment for the department. Attention to safety, quality and on time delivery is required.
F Essential Functions
  • Safely operate moving machines and equipment
  • Function in a safe and reliable manner to prevent personal injury and/or property damage
  • Wear proper PPE for job function being performed
  • Ability to learn all aspects of grinding operations with supervision
  • Maintain a neat and orderly work area
  • Perform other duties as assigned
TechnicalCompetencies
  • Ability to learn how to read blueprints
  • Ability to learn how to use grinders, sanders, and hand tools
Education & Professional Experience
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Manufacturing experience preferred
  • Experience in prototyping preferred
  • Entry level experience is a plus
P Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc., and handle and feel parts of various size
  • Ability to bend, kneel, and crouch occasionally throughout the shift
  • Ability to push, pull, or lift 50lbs moderately throughout the workday
  • Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception, and adjusting to sharp focus
  • Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme. Hearing protection will be provided if needed and/or by request
  • Exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles
  • Moving mechanical parts and vibration
  • Manufacturing environment where temperatures drastically change from season to season
  • Fast-paced environment
Work Hours/Travel
  • 5 - 8-hour shifts
  • Overtime as necessary
  • Flexible scheduling in agreement with supervisor
  • Travel: N/A
What Prototek Offers:
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Competitive pay scale
  • Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service
  • 9 paid Holidays annually
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
  • Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
Additional Information:
Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact 603-746-2001 or email us: HR@PROTOTEK.COM. You may also write to us and we will be happy to assist you with the application: Prototek, 205 Pine St., Hopkinton, NH 03229

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