Grinder jobs in Norwalk, CA

CNC Grinder

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setup and perform complex grinding operations on ID, OD, surface grinders, honing and lapping equipment.
• Responsible for inspecting ground parts.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OR AREAS UNDER INCUMBENTS CONTROL

Works with minimal supervision:

• Performs ID, OD, and surface grinding.
• Set-up and operate precision grinding equipment.
• Consistently work to close tolerances (typically one tenth or less) on all grinding equipment.
• Work from blueprints and/or set up sheets.
• Select proper wheels for various applications.
• Perform honing and lap operations to close tolerances (typically one tenth or less).
• Check work using precision measuring equipment, optical flats, micrometers, indicators, etc.
• Assist in training other employees.
• Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Maintain necessary records.
• Perform preventative maintenance on grinding equipment.
• Make repairs within scope of ability.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Three to five years of experience working with precision grinders (Surface and O.D.), honing and lapping equipment.
• Must be familiar with both internal dimensions (ID), and outside dimensions (OD) and have worked with close tolerances.
• Must have good knowledge of shop math.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must be familiar with precision measuring equipment.

U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien (green card holder) status required to support work on government projects.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Restrictions are limited only by the individual’s inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees.

• Required Lifting Weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Daily
• Frequent lifting or standing for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting to 20 pounds from floor to bench level, occasional lifting to 50 pounds.

Experience

• CNC grinding experience is required.
• 5 years of machining experience
• Vast experience in metrology including calipers, micrometers, bench centers with indicators, height gages and optical comparators;
• Experience with manual machinery is preferred,
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to approach difficult, small run projects.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and work instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Demonstrates use of intermediate computer operations and intermediate software packages.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Use and be familiar with assembly and measuring tools, interpret visual aids and must be able to perform simple shop math.