Machinist III - Defense Thread Grind/CG - 3rd Shift

About the role

The machinist in this role will be responsible for a Defense cell that runs both a CNC Cylindrical Grind and a CNC Thread Grind machine. With own judgement and minimal directions from others, produce a quality ground rotor in a safe and efficient manner.

Principal Activities

• Setup and operate a CNC OD grinder and a CNC thread grinder.
• Semi and finish grind all ODs on both power rotors and idler rotors.
• Semi and finish grind threads on all both power rotors and idler rotors to size, index, form, and finish as required.
• Inspect sizes, lengths, finishes, radii, etc.
• Utilize multi-function electric to lift/move/load/unload parts, to perform work center functions.
• Debur all sharp edges as needed utilizing a file, or other hand tool such as die grinder.
• Clean parts and centers of chips and wipe dry.
• Physically, lift and check all dimensions, machine to conform with finish drawing.
• Make adjustments on machines as needed to produce quality parts within specifications and standards given/per piece.
• Properly fill-out all paperwork, monitor coolant, and keep good housekeeping.
• Other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

• Continuously, walk or move from one machine to as many as three.
• Physically, load and unload parts.
• Step up to and down from elevator work platform and on to various parts of machine for wheel changes and cleaning.
• Compliance with all rules and regulations, normal safety precautions.
• Use of mathematics, reading complicated drawings, specifications, charts, etc with clarity and understanding.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to read and follow detailed instructions.
• Must be able to fill out forms as needed such as: daily labor report, log sheet, etc.
• Use of mathematics, reading complicated drawings, specifications, charts, etc with clarity and understanding.

Education & Experience

• HS Diploma
• 1-3 years machining experience preferred
• Technical Degree in Machining a plus