Gear Generator Operator

About the Company

Amarillo Gear Company LLC, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—focuses on impactful work, leadership at all levels, and a culture of empowerment. We offer diverse learning and working opportunities to make a positive difference.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Gleason gear generating equipment to manufacture precision gears in accordance with engineering drawings, gear specifications, work instructions, and shop floor documentation while maintaining quality and production standards.
• Follow setup sheets, work instructions, and programming documentation to set up and operate CNC Gleason gear generating machines.
• Install and true cutting tools, workholding fixtures, arbors, and machine tooling for each production run.
• Verify machine offsets, tooling dimensions, and program parameters prior to production.
• Produce quality parts efficiently while meeting production schedules.
• Verify shop floor documentation and engineering drawings are at the current revision level before beginning production.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, gear measurement equipment, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor tool wear and machine performance; replace or adjust tooling as necessary to maintain product quality and maximize tool life.
• Complete work orders in the order specified by the supervisor or shop scheduling system.
• Record labor, production quantities, scrap, downtime, and inspection results in the shop floor scheduling system.
• Identify and report machine malfunctions, tooling issues, and quality concerns to the Area Lead or Maintenance personnel.
• Maintain required coolant levels, lubrication systems, and perform routine operator preventive maintenance.
• Follow all safety requirements, including job-specific JSA, and work in a safe manner.
• Sustain the 5S ratings of the work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with a machining certificate from a reputable trade school preferred.
• Demonstrated experience operating CNC gear generating equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Gleason gear generators and gear manufacturing processes preferred.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of blueprint and gear drawing interpretation, gear terminology, and use of precision measuring equipment.
• General understanding of CNC machine programming and operation.
• Familiarity with gear cutting principles, tooling, machine setup, and inspection methods.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and gear inspection equipment is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for up to 12 hours per day.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and twisting.
• Frequent use of hands for handling tooling, fixtures, measuring instruments, and machine controls.
• Ability to distinguish fine visual details for inspecting gear tooth profiles, surface finish, and dimensional characteristics.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, and varying temperatures while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted by applicable law.