Gear Operator (Cutter & Grinder)



Integrated Machinery Solutions (IMS) is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Gear Operator with gear cutting and grinding experience.  Ideal candidate will have 2 plus years of specialize experience as mentioned below.  This is fantastic opportunity to earn competitive pay and full-time benefits.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Responsible for set up and operating conventional and CNC gear cutting and grinding equipment.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must have own tools.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

Set-up and operate both Conventional and CNC Gear Hobbers and Profile Grinders. The individual should be familiar with and capable of using various hand tools (including pneumatic) as well as close tolerance measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators etc.

The individual needs to be a self-starter, able to work from blueprints and other instructions with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Reads and interprets blueprints to set-up and operate various gear / pinion manufacturing equipment.


• Operates gear / pinion manufacturing machines including manual loading / unloading, indicating and measuring of parts


• Maintains preventative maintenance of equipment


• Inspects and changes cutters as needed to produce quality parts


• Hand deburrs all finished parts to produce a uniform edge break of gear / pinion teeth


• Moves finished parts from the gear production area to the gearbox assembly area


• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

COMPENTENCIES:

• Read and interpret documents in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals


• Read various close tolerance measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators etc.


• Must be able to use various hand tools such as hammers, end wrenches, buffers and die grinders


• Must understand 5S principals

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative if those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently standing; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position requires frequent lifting, pushing and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or heavier.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime may be required in some instances to meet production & shipping requirements.

TRAVEL:

No travel is expected for this position.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or graduation from a certified technical school


• Minimum two years of related experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Two or more years of related experience with CNC Gear Profile Grinding a plus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Integrated Machinery Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties:

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.