Centerless Grinder Specialist - Setup & Operator

Ftc USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ftc USA is seeking a Centerless Grinder operator to set up and run precision grinding equipment on production lots under supervision. You will follow established shop practices and read mechanical drawings to ensure product conformity.

The role requires the ability to measure dimensions with calipers and micrometers, select appropriate tooling, monitor feed and speed, and log piece counts and times. Equal opportunity employer policy is observed.

Qualifications

• Able to read, comprehend, and execute directions from mechanical drawings.
• Able to measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates precision grinding equipment to perform operations within machine capacity and capability.
• Must have knowledge of grinding TD, angle head and button head parts and understanding of head protrusion gauging.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform hand feeding using a head stop for profile grinding.
• Demonstrated ability to setup and troubleshoot loading system for the auto grinders
• Selects tooling and fixtures pertaining to the grinding operation.
• Inspects parts for quality and appropriate tolerance using measuring tools such as micrometers, gauge blocks, protrusion gauge, millimes gauge, calipers, and comparators.
• Determines proper feed and speed combination.
• Records the piece count and run time of the production times.
• Recognizes improper machine functioning and makes required adjustments if possible.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and overlays.
• Demonstrated ability to use SPC and shop floor data collection systems.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Read drawings

Measure with calipers/micrometers

Job description

Ftc USA is seeking a Centerless Grinder operator to set up and run precision grinding equipment on production lots under supervision. You will follow established shop practices and read mechanical drawings to ensure product conformity.

The role requires the ability to measure dimensions with calipers and micrometers, select appropriate tooling, monitor feed and speed, and log piece counts and times. Equal opportunity employer policy is observed.