Precision Honing Setup Technician

Hydraulics International, Inc; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Hydraulics International, Inc. in Chatsworth, CA seeks an experienced Honing Set-Up Operator to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on setting up and operating honing equipment to produce precision components per drawings, specs, and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, use precision measuring instruments, and maintain tight tolerances in a manufacturing environment, with opportunities to perform inspections and document all steps.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience setting up and operating honing machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining tolerances and surface-finish requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, bore gauges, calipers).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
• High school diploma or GED; technical training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate honing machines to produce parts according to drawings and specs.
• Install honing tools, fixtures, stones, mandrels, and other tooling.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve required dimensions and finishes.
• Read blueprints, work instructions, routers and specs.
• Verify dimensions and surface finish throughout machining process.
• Use precision measuring instruments for inspections.
• Document production and quality data; maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Communicate production or quality concerns to supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Honing setup

Machining tolerances

Precision measuring

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

GED

Technical machining training

Tools

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Hydraulics International, Inc. in Chatsworth, CA seeks an experienced Honing Set-Up Operator to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on setting up and operating honing equipment to produce precision components per drawings, specs, and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, use precision measuring instruments, and maintain tight tolerances in a manufacturing environment, with opportunities to perform inspections and document all steps.