Shaper Operator, Gears

Horsburgh & Scott Company•Cleveland, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Horsburgh & Scott company has over 140 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and maintaining gearboxes in heavy-duty applications around the world. We are experiencing market growth and need dedicated, quality employees to be part of our team. We are currently searching for experienced candidates for the following position, Gear Shaper Operator, 1st shift or 2nd shift in our Cleveland, Ohio facility. The Shaper Operator is a skilled technician who operates gear cutting machines to manufacture precision gears used in various mechanical systems. They set up, adjust, and run machines such as hobbing, gashing, and shaping machines, to produce gears according to detailed engineering specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2–5 years of experience shaping gears or related machine shop equipment
Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints
Must be physically capable of performing duties throughout shift.
Must be a team player and should possess good communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently on large-scale, high-value components in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Read and understand engineering drawings / blueprints.
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to machine parts and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
Select the proper tooling for the designated operation / part / machine.
Handle large and heavy gear blanks to load onto machines and unload using overhead cranes.
Guide gear blanks for location on fixtures, align and properly clamp to fixtures so that the parts will not shift while hobbing.
Perform overhead and extended reach motion to secure parts and cutting tools to machines and to machine tables.
Line up production parts and tooling by calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, gage blocks and calipers.
Maximize feeds and speeds to produce a quality product, as the specific operation requires, in the most cost-effective manner.
Initiate continuous improvements, implementing cost saving methods for machine set-up and operation.
Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
Machine parts to specifications.
Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
Operate several vertical gear shaping machines.
Set up gear cutting machines by selecting and installing appropriate tools and fixtures.
Operate machines to cut, shape, and finish gears using processes such as hobbing, gashing, or shaping.
Monitor machine operations to ensure accuracy and quality of gears produced.
Inspect finished gears using precision measuring tools like gear tooth calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Perform in-process quality checks and verify critical dimensions to ensure compliance with engineering tolerances.
Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance and daily operator care and cleaning of gear cutting equipment.
Document production data, inspection results, and any nonconformances; promptly communicate machine or quality issues to supervision.
Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ensure proper interpretation of requirements and continuous process improvement.
Train and mentor junior operators as needed.
Adhere to all safety procedures, including proper rigging and handling of large and heavy components.