Tool and Cutter Grinder

Solar Turbines; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate tool and cutter grinders, grinding, sharpening, and forming cutting tools for precision parts.

You will plan operation sequences, select grinding wheels, fixtures, and adjust speeds, feeds, and tolerances to meet blueprints and GD&T. The role includes disassembly/reassembly of cutters, brazing, and inspecting tools across shifts in the San Diego area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances.
• Ability to interpret GD&T.
• Understand and use of measuring devices.
• Use of advance shop math.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Willing to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Plan operation sequence, method of grinding and/or machining and setup by examining the condition of the cutting tool, blueprint of part on which tool will be used if a special forming or radius cutter is required, and any other information which indicates ultimate use of the cutter.
• Work operations are variable due to number of separate determinations and adjustments required in each cycle.
• Make complete machine setup; determine, select, and mount proper size, type, and grade of grinding wheel, dress and -true wheel to shape for various radii, angles and contours.
• Select and install holding fixtures; determine, set and adjust speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and other machine adjustments.
• Perform disassembly of gang mills in order to grind, sharpen, and form cutters.
• Reassemble cutters to specifications after grinding and forming operations.
• Operate various types of tool and cutter grinding machines to perform such typical work as grinding, forming, and sharpening to specifications, such tools as broaches; special shaped or formed tool bits and boring bars (for turret-and engine lathes); circular formed tools (or formed and profile cutters); single or double angle cutters; shank angular mills; special solid gang cutters (other than a gang of plain cutters); helical and spiral cutters; hollow mills (involving two or more setups); straight and tapered reamers, drills, taps, and gauges.
• Incidental to the duties described herein, perform silver solder brazing of carbide and other ceramic tips to various tools and cutters
• Check finished tool for dimensions, finish, clearance, angles, contours, land, and reliefs giving consideration to the future use of the tool
• Care and judgment must be exercised to maintain exacting angles, clearances, contours, and tolerances which usually require numerous machine adjustments
• Preset tools for numerical control machines and broaches
• Check purchased perishable cutting tools and accessories for conformance to specifications
• Inspect and segregate used carbide cutting tips and repair and modify perishable tooling as assigned
• May perform duties of a Material Mover relating to tending a tool crib and in moving cutting tools to and from machines where they are needed

Skills

Gauge usage

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Measuring devices

Shop math

Overtime availability

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Bore micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Operations

About the Role

Set up and operate various types of tool and cutter grinders to grind, sharpen, and form machine tools and cutters.

What You Will Do

• Plan operation sequence, method of grinding and/or machining and setup by an examination of the condition of the cutting tool, blueprint of part on which tool will be used if a special forming or radius cutter is required, and any other information which indicates ultimate use of the cutter
• Work operations are variable due to number of separate determinations and adjustments required in each cycle
• Make complete machine setup; determine, select, and mount proper size, type, and grade of grinding wheel, dress and -true wheel to shape for various radii, angles and contours
• Select and install holding fixtures; determine, set and adjust speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and other machine adjustments
• Perform disassembly of gang mills in order to grind, sharpen, and form cutters
• Reassemble cutters to specifications after grinding and forming operations
• Operate various types of tool and cutter grinding machines to perform such typical work as grinding, forming, and sharpening to specifications, such tools as broaches; special shaped or formed tool bits and boring bars (for turret-and engine lathes); circular formed tools (or formed and profile cutters); single or double angle cutters; shank angular mills; special solid gang cutters (other than a gang of plain cutters); helical and spiral cutters; hollow mills (involving two or more setups); straight and tapered reamers, drills, taps, and gauges.
• Incidental to the duties described herein, perform silver solder brazing of carbide and other ceramic tips to various tools and cutters
• Check finished tool for dimensions, finish, clearance, angles, contours, land, and reliefs giving consideration to the future use of the tool
• Care and judgment must be exercised to maintain exacting angles, clearances, contours, and tolerances which usually require numerous machine adjustments
• Preset tools for numerical control machines and broaches
• Check purchased perishable cutting tools and accessories for conformance to specifications
• Inspect and segregate used carbide cutting tips and repair and modify perishable tooling as assigned
• May perform duties of a Material Mover relating to tending a tool crib and in moving cutting tools to and from machines where they are needed

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent
• Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances
• Ability to interpret GD&T
• Understand and use of measuring devices
• Use of advance shop math
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Willing to work any shift

Desired Qualifications

• Previous Machinist experience
• Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written
• 2-3 years of previous experience

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Summary Pay Range

$23.10 - $41.25

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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