Grinder

Calnetix Technologies, LLC; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Calnetix Technologies, LLC in Southern California is seeking a Grinder who will program, setup, and operate CNC grinders to manufacture high-precision components, tools, and fixtures.

The role requires 5 years of experience and proficiency with StuderWin/Studer Pictogram GUI, blueprints, and metrology tools. You will work with a team to optimize grinding processes and ensure top-quality results.

Qualifications

• 5 years of CNC machining experience or equivalent combination of education.
• Experience with Studer CNC controls is preferred.
• Ability to inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.
• Detail-oriented with capability for routine maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and planning sheets.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual cylindrical grinders (S33, S40, Okamoto, Kent) for OD/ID/face grinding.
• Establish efficient grinding processes and determine wheel requirements.
• Develop setup and operation sheets.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical data to determine holding requirements and methods.
• Calculate machine controls for depth of cut, speed, feed and coolant flow.
• Assemble mechanical parts of high-speed rotor shafts.
• Use metrology tools and perform stack-up tolerancing calculations.
• Interface with engineering and manufacturing teams on design/build issues.
• Provide feedback to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Mathematical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

CNC Machinist Apprenticeship

Tools

StuderWin

Studer Pictogram GUI

Height gauges

Micrometers

Job description

Calnetix is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Southern California, We are seeking a Grinder who will be responsible for the machine programming, setup and operation of CNC Grinders to manufacture high precision machined components, tools and fixtures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Setup and Operate CNC and Manual Cylindrical Grinders (Studer S33, Studer S40, Okamoto, and Kent) for OD, ID and Axial (face) grinding.
• Establish efficient grinding process, determine grinding wheel requirements (e.g. wheel type, hardness, dressing cycles).
• Develop setup and operation sheets to efficiently manage operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine holding requirements, setup procedures, control settings and grinding methods and sequences.
• Calculate and set machine controls to position grinding wheel in relations to work piece and to regulate factors, such as depth of cut, speed, and feed and coolant flow.
• Mechanical assembly of highspeed rotor shafts: magnet bonding, composite winding, component assembly, and balancing.
• Utilize metrology tools including height gauges, calipers, micrometers) and capability of calculating stack-up tolerancing of subassemblies.
• Interface with engineering or manufacturing teams regarding design and build issues.
• Provide feedback on design and processing to support continuous improvement.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• 5 years experience, completion of a recognized CNC Programming/Machinist apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Knowledge of “on machine” programming using StuderWin and Studer Pictogram GUI a plus
• Ability to inspect parts using conventional inspection equipment (i.e. calipers, micrometers, height gage, comparator, dial indicators, etc.)
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Able to perform routine maintenance (e.g. check & add fluids, replace coolant, replace filters, etc.)