Senior Gear Machinist

Regal Rexnord•Twinsburg, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform duties to set up and operate multiple types of computerized numerical controlled (CNC) machine tools in a work-cell environment. Carry out turning, drilling, milling, tapping, and other machining operations on precision components, meeting tight tolerances and company quality and quantity standards. Follow quality and safety rules and maintain a clean, orderly work area. The role is fully onsite at the designated Regal Rexnord office. The Senior Gear Machinist works from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets and cards, machine status boards, and verbal and written instructions. Duties include machine setup and adjustment, CNC program modifications, troubleshooting, inspection, documentation, training less experienced machinists, and entering data into the ERP system. The machinist may operate multiple machines concurrently, inspect other machinists’ work, and rotate among department work centers. This position is in Regal Rexnord’s Aerospace Business Unit, which supplies high-performance bearings, mechanical seals, gears, and electrical components for commercial air transport markets. Candidates may be subject to federal export-control restrictions requiring U.S. Person status or eligibility for a license permitting them to hold the position.

Requirements

Previous experience and demonstrated proficiency operating CNC lathes and CNC milling machines, with advanced knowledge and experience setting up machines.
At least 5 years of related experience and knowledge of machining principles and methods for CNC machine tools.
High school education or equivalent experience.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Advanced ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions in English.
External candidates must pass a machinist test measuring mechanical aptitude.
Ability to meet moderate physical demands, including continuously lifting or moving lightweight material, lifting up to 50 pounds, and standing for an entire shift.
Federal export-control restrictions may limit eligibility to U.S. Persons or candidates who can qualify for a license permitting them to hold the position.

Responsibilities

Work from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets, setup cards, machine status boards, and verbal and written instructions.
Machine and install or re-cut chuck jaws as required.
Set up and operate CNC turning and milling machines, including machines with live tooling and a Y-axis.
Insert and secure tooling in machine turrets.
Use hand tools and manual machines as needed.
Modify or create CNC programs and download or upload programs to machines, making programming adjustments as needed.
Operate different CNC controls to perform machining operations and produce finished components within tight tolerances.
Perform advanced troubleshooting and make appropriate machine adjustments.
Adjust offset coordinates to compensate for material, tooling, or machine-center conditions.
Train less experienced machinists.
Set up and verify preset gauges for proper calibration as required.
Work with the supervisor and support teams to resolve problems.
Inspect own work for correct dimensions, maintain quality and quantity standards, and complete required documentation.
Inspect the work of other machinists.
Operate multiple machines concurrently when required.
Rotate among department work centers and perform other related duties as assigned.
Enter data into the ERP system.
Support RBS activities.
Follow quality and safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.