CNC Machinist - Profile Grinder 1st Shift

• Set up and operate precision CNC Profile Grinding machines, in accordance with approved and safe work procedures.


• Ability to square parts on all 6 sides, as well as program machine to create elaborate profiles in the grinding wheel to transfer profile to the parts.


• Removes, dresses, and installs grinding wheels on machines, according to specifications, applying knowledge of abrasives and grinding procedures.


• Plans and schedules work, as well as, sets up equipment and tools, using a variety of devices, machine attachments and fixtures.


• Machines precision steel parts.


• Ensures conformance to specifications utilizing CMM, height gauges, micrometers, and other precision measuring devices to adjust wheel profiles, to produce drawing specified dimensions and ensure overall quality.


• Evaluates and maintains results and quality to ensure parts are in specified dimensions and tolerances.


• Maintain surface finish requirements.


• Completes work orders, associated documents and labor as required.


• Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements to minimize downtime, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.


• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.


• Contribute to continuous improvement of the operation processes.


• Perform first piece inspections FAI to verify accuracy before full production runs.


• Record part counts, runtimes, and process data accurately specifically in production documentation or ERP System.

Skills: 

• Must be able to work independently as well as being part of the team.


• Must be very organized and thorough, following all procedures for quality and safety.


• Must be able to manage time well to meet deadlines.


• Have CAM knowledge and programming experience.


• Conversational machine programming experience.


• Ability to read and understand blueprints and CAD drawings.


• Inspection experience and able to use precision measuring devices for overall quality.


• Knowledge of proper Health and Safety measures.


• Desire to learn and grow within the company.

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Qualifications: 

• Must be very organized and thorough, following all procedures for quality and safety.


• Ability to work well in a team environment and self-motivated to work alone


• Must be reliable and able to work overtime and weekends when needed


• Must be detail oriented and organized


• Knowledge of the metric system (preferred).


• Must be able to lift/push/pull to 50lbs.


• Ensures conformance to specifications utilizing CMM, height gauges, micrometers, and other precision measuring devices to adjust tools, to produce drawing specified dimensions and ensure overall quality.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED


• 3+ Years’ Experience in Profile Grinding


• Journeyman Certification a Plus or Educational Equivalent


• Must be detail oriented and organized


• Knowledge of the metric system (preferred).


• Must be able to lift/push/pull to 50lbs.


• Understand and practice safe working methods


• Basic understanding of tools


• Be willing to work to ISO / QS 9000 standards and have a commitment to continuous improvement