CNC Centerless Grinding - Second Shift

Crane Company • Burbank, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Precision Grinder with CNC Centerless Grinding experience to join their Machine Shop Team in Burbank, CA. This role involves operating precision grinding machines to produce parts according to blueprints and engineering specifications. Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets, with products used in demanding environments such as aircraft engines, landing gear, satellites, and medical implants. The Burbank facility is home to the Landing & Cabin Systems team, known for its brake control systems and cabin actuation solutions. The company emphasizes engineering excellence and a strong community atmosphere in Burbank.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in centerless grinding.
• Working knowledge as a Precision Grinder in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with centerless, and Inside Diameter/Outside Diameter grinding.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift objects up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to push objects up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to use microscope and computer.
• Must be a US person due to ITAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Cincinnati centerless grinding machine (manual) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate precision grinding machines to produce parts according to established blueprint and engineering specifications.
• Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications.
• Measure work pieces and lay out work using precision measuring devices.
• Select appropriate machine tooling based on knowledge of machine operation and production requirements.
• Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences.
• Mount and position tools in machine chucks, spindles, centers, or other tool holding devices, using hand tools.
• Activate machine start-up switches to grind or cut work pieces according to specifications.
• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges or micrometers, holding tolerances of +/- .001 to .00002 on Inside Diameter (I.D) & Outside Diameter (O.D), and checking parts to Blue Print requirements.
• Lift and position work pieces manually on machine tables, faceplates, or chucks, using clamps.
• Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools to remove excess material or burrs, sharpen edges or corners, or buff/polish metal or plastic work pieces.
• Observe machine operations to detect problems and make necessary adjustments.
• Perform any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement eligible after 6 months of employment.
• 10% shift differential for second shift openings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED