Hob Operator

Evolving Solution Services; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolving Solution Services is seeking a Hob Operator to run hob machines, interpret orders and GD&T, and maintain quality across production runs. The role requires precise measuring, alignment checks, and documentation of process data to ensure conformity with engineering drawings.

The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, performing setup changes, performing preventive maintenance awareness, and adhering to safety procedures while meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of verifying parts with varied gauges and adjusting offsets to meet drawings.
• Ability to operate machines at a demanding pace.
• Basic arithmetic to derive finished dimensions.
• Strong problem solving, logic, and attention to safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate hob machines and interpret work orders, blueprints, GD&T and machining parameters.
• Change parts to maintain alignment and perform basic math for setup and run.
• Verify settings by measuring parts and first-run production pieces to spec.
• Document production and quality logs and communicate irregularities across shifts.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Measuring parts

Arithmetic ability

Problem solving

Tools

hob machines

Job description

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Hob Operator

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1130

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Run parts as directed with the ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Run multiple hobs as set up with the ability to change parts insuring alignment, including basic math. Experience with hob machines is helpful, but not required.
• Verifies settings by measuring parts (i.e. T.I.R. O.D, I.D, etc.), first-run and production parts, and workpieces; adhering to documented and engineered standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing grooving, and tooth cutting, including piece part operation run-out, taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; making minor adjusts and operating controls; identifying worn tools for replacement; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Any other task assigned by management

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be:

• Knowledgeable in the verification of parts produced with the use of varied measurement gauges which would allow for modifying off-sets to meet customer engineering drawing specifications.
• Knowledgeable and willingness to operate machines at a demanding pace.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to generate the correct finished dimensions.
• Must possess skills in: monitoring performance of self or organization to make improvements or take corrective action; watching gauges, dial, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly; Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance; controlling operations of equipment or systems; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Abilities:

• Good listening, problem sensitivity, quick response reaching time, arm-hand steadiness and rate control.
• Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining and entering accurate information in B&B ERP system.
• Analyzing information and evaluation results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers via telephone, written form, e-mail or in person.
• The ability to meet strict deadlines or be able to communicate those that cannot be met.
• Must follow all safety procedures and policies as mandated by B&B.
• Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift.