Machining Tech III - Grinder - 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Fullerton, CA

13d•$19 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Machining Tech III- Grinder, 1st Shift at our aerospace manufacturing facility in the Fullerton, CA. This role involves setting up and operating various grinding equipment to produce production and experimental work orders, supporting the screw machine department to balance workload, and adhering to established production and quality standards. The operator will have the authority to make minor adjustments to the process or machine after tasks are assigned.

Requirements

Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior machining experience
Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Able to read/interpret part drawings, use quality tools (calipers, mics, comparators)
Read and interpret blueprints
Understand the speeds and feeds pertaining to the machine they are operating (where applicable)
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
aerospace/fastener machining experience

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates grinding equipment, including but not limited to, centerless grinders, abrasive cut-off machines, double disc grinders and any other type of grinder for production and experimental work orders.
Supports screw machine department to balance workload.
Adheres to established production and quality standards.
Makes minor adjustments to the process or machine after tasks are assigned.
Plans the set-up and sequence of operations on special and assigned grinding work by studying work orders, part prints, engineering drawings or other instructions.
Checks dimensions, finish, material and nature of part to determine feed and speed and other set-up information to hold specified tolerances and obtain required finish.
Makes complete set-up of all grinders by selecting and mounting suitable type, size and grade of grinding wheel, holding fixtures and attachments.
Positions, aligns and secures part.
Makes machine adjustments, dresses, trues and shapes grinding wheels as required.
Operates any type of grinder to produce both production, experimental parts and details.
Checks parts for finish and dimension with use of precision measuring instruments.
Makes such minor repairs as may be required in set-up and operations.
May set-up machines for operation by others.
May be required to train others in the department.
Troubleshoots problems in both parts to be worked on, and machine problems.
Keeps work area clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.