4320 Production Manufacturing - Gear Grinder

Gleason • Westland, MI

10h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Gear Grinder to join our team on 1st shift, working in a high‑quality, precision manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a detail‑driven professional who takes pride in producing master‑quality ground gears and enjoys working with advanced gear‑grinding technology. As a Gear Grinder, you will play a critical role in our manufacturing operation by setting up, operating, and maintaining gear grinding equipment to exacting standards. If you thrive on complex setups, tight tolerances, and delivering exceptional quality, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Requires extensive knowledge of machine shop practices usually acquired through extensive on the job training and experience.
• Journeyman (machining) or 8 years equivalent.
• Experience with holding very tight tolerances.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, print reading skills, and GD & T.
• Ability to work independently and to manage one’s time effectively.
• Knowledge of QMS documented information such as AS9100, NADCAP and ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of gear inspection methods.
• Understanding of individual contribution to product conformity and product safety.
• The importance of ethical behavior.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge/experience with other machines (lathe, mill, CNC setup/programming, I.D./OD grind, jig grind) is not required but is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Specializes in operating a Klingenberg Viper 500 Gear Grinder used to manufacture master gears.
• Planning and performing difficult grinding operations that require complicated setups and/or a high degree of accuracy.
• Determine proper feeds, speeds, tooling, and operation sequence or select those prescribed in drawings, blueprints, or layouts, using a variety of precision metal removal equipment.
• Maintain a workable supply of perishable tools required in the operation of machinery.
• Comply with AS9100 documentation as required.
• Assists with other machines in Manufacturing when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed