CNC OD Grinder - 2nd Shift

Guhring USA; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Guhring USA in Wisconsin seeks a skilled CNC OD Grinder/Operator to set up and run multi-axis grinding on carbide and steel tools. You will perform frequent changeovers for small-batch work and maximize production by operating more than one machine when feasible.

Responsibilities include reviewing work orders, selecting wheels, bushings and programs, dressing wheels, adjusting speeds/feeds, inspecting first pieces and maintaining documentation, while keeping the area clean and safe.

Qualifications

• Must have CNC certificate or 3–5 years related experience.
• Ability to read shop drawings and perform setup.
• Strong math and trig skills for appropriate settings.
• Experience with grinding and multi-axis CNC equipment.
• Able to enter production data and document results.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate more than one CNC grinder when required.
• Follow procedures to select grind wheels, bushings, collets and programs.
• Dress and form abrasive wheels; mount and secure tools.
• Run in auto-cycle; inspect first-piece and adjust as needed.
• Keep work area clean and organized; perform data entry when required.
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance needs to avoid downtime.
• Complete documentation for each job.

Skills

CNC grinding

Shop drawings

Mathematics

Tool setup

Quality inspection

Education

CNC Certificate

Tools

CNC controllers (Fanuc)

Calipers / micrometers

Job description

Summary Of Position CNC OD Grinder / Operator is responsible to set up and operate CNC grinding machines to perform a variety of close tolerance final machining operations to carbide and steel tools. Perform frequent changeovers for small quantity custom orders. Maximize production efficiencies through simultaneous operation of more than one machine.

• Receive and review work assignments; verify that work pieces and routing match regarding count, type and proper sequence.
• Follow established procedures for machine set up, including; select proper grind wheels, bushings, collets and programs to be use; input tool and set up values; grind first piece, inspect, adjust as needed.
• Dress and form abrasive wheels using standard dressing devices. Mount and secure tools in machine. Set and adjust wheel spindle speeds, feed rate and travel stops.
• Run equipment in auto-cycle whenever possible, continually inspecting finished tools for correct dimensions. This includes work handling equipment.
• Set up and operate more than one machine whenever possible and when management determines that order size and cycle times are appropriate.
• Enter all production information into the data collection system.
• Monitor equipment performance; report problems and request required maintenance to avoid unnecessary downtime and machine damage or repairs.
• Perform documentation procedures on all jobs as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for keeping area clean at all times.

Education

CNC Certificate with emphasis in machine tool operation or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Skills/Experience

• Previous experience with basic machine operation or related technical training.
• One year of direct machine setup and operation experience. Previous experience involving principles of grinding.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow written instructions and shop drawings.
• Above average math skills. Must be able to calculate appropriate machine settings and adjust accordingly. Must have good math and trigonometry skills.
• Must be able to use required precision measuring and testing equipment.
• Broad knowledge of cutting tool design and universal grinding procedures through using multi-axis CNC equipment.
• Computer literate, able to enter programs and directions.
• Strongly preferred candidates with previous experience operating CNC grinding equipment such as; Toyoda, Studer, Mitsubishi, Tschudin, Kellenberger & Reinecker.