Gear Grind Machinist - Day Shift

TRIUMPH; Michigan; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

19 days PTO

Health insurance

401(k) match

Shift premium 2nd shift

Onsite fitness center

Climate-controlled environment

Education assistance program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Triumph Geared Solutions – Macomb, MI is hiring a Gear Grind Machinist to operate CNC gear grind machines and perform basic maintenance in the Gear Grind Department. You will produce high-quality parts in accordance with the department's operations manual and drawings.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least 2 years of gear grind experience, plus the ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary CNC certificate or degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of Gear Grind operations.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Clock in & out of appropriate job operations.
• Read, interpret, and apply information from engineering drawings.
• Adhere to job plans per job travelers.
• Set-up multiple types of jobs.
• Operate CNC Gear Grind Equipment (using CBN form wheels & dressable grit wheels).
• Basic maintenance of CNC gear grind machines (KAPP, Hofler, Klingelnberg).
• First part quality inspections.
• Use precision measurement equipment (micrometers, MBW & MOW checks).
• Consistently produce quality parts (understanding of gear terminology: LEAD, SPACING, PROFILE, etc.).
• Adhere to directions and instructions of direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary CNC certificate or degree

Tools

KAPP

Hofler

Klingelnberg

Job description

Job Summary The Gear Grind Machinist at Triumph Geared Solutions - Macomb is responsible for the operation and basic maintenance of Gear Grind machines in the Gear Grind Department. The Gear Grind Machinist must be able to produce high-quality products according to Triumph Gear Systems Gear Grind Department operations manual.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Clock in & out of appropriate job operations
• Read, interpret, and apply information from engineering drawings
• Adhere to job plans per job travelers
• Set‑up multiple types of jobs
• Operate CNC Gear Grind Equipment (using CBN form wheels & dressable grit wheels)
• Basic maintenance of CNC gear grind machines (KAPP, Hofler, Klingelnberg)
• First part quality inspections
• Use precision measurement equipment (micrometers, MBW & MOW checks)
• Consistently produce quality parts (understanding of gear terminology: LEAD, SPACING, PROFILE, etc.)
• Adhere to directions and instructions of direct supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Post‑secondary CNC related certificate or degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of Gear Grind operations
• Ability to read, understand and correctly interpret blueprints, planning and manufacturing specifications
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use hand tools
• Physical ability to operate and repair machines
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, or stretching
• Work may require bending, carrying, lifting to fifty (25) pounds, pulling, pushing, and standing
• Assistance is required for lifting over 25 pounds

Benefits

• 19 days paid time off (annual allotment), prorated PTO based on date of hire
• Company paid holidays
• 2nd shift hourly positions receive 15% shift premium
• Health insurance starting on your first day
• Company paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) match (75% match up to 6%)
• Recognition and service award programs
• Educational assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Onsite fitness center – free
• Climate‑controlled environment