Tool Cutter - Grinder 3 - 1st Shift

Swagelok Company • Solon, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Tool Cutter Grinder Level 3 can perform more complex duties per standard work including process changeovers and troubleshooting with minimal guidance or help from a trainer or supervisor. They can recognize and solve some non-routine problems. Independent Tool Grinders will set up and operate equipment used to generate intermediate level tool geometries

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• 2-4 years of machining / grinding experience. Advanced knowledge about the products, processes and equipment is essential.
• Skills/Knowledge: Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting knowledge. Operate CNC Machine that includes loading and unloading parts, inspection gages, comparator, micrometers, calipers, 6” rule, dial indicator, drills/reamers, magnifier and lights, miscellaneous hand tools and chip strippers.
• Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Lift, push, pull, or carry weight no less than 35 lbs., however occasionally up to 50lbs lift, push, pull or carry. Must be capable of being on foot for up to 8-12 hours a day. Capability to squat, bend, and reach.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to make decisions based on the following skills: Knowledge of most tooling manufactured on this equipment; use of all inspection equipment needed for this tooling; ability to identify visual criteria and features for applicable tools; use of necessary controls to change over the equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to successfully complete the set-up within the targeted time on a consistent basis with little or no help from others. Changeovers reflect set-up procedures and produce good tools.
• Conforms to tolerances in the range of plus/minus .0001 and finish requirements in the range of 8 Rms or better.
• Assists other associates with basic set-ups.
• Can use the schedule to make work selection decisions.
• Utilizes various lean tools to offer ideas and solutions within the boundary team.
• Perform start-stop procedures including machine and conveyor start-up, loading of raw material, and machine shutdown.
• Perform simple and advanced changes, adjustments, and set-up to tooling and fixtures.
• Complete records and forms.
• Recognize and report machine malfunctions and part discrepancies to supervisor.
• Perform daily, semi-annual and annual machine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems for set-up, non-conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Diagnose and respond to program alarms and adjust as required.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Maneuver around machine, includes but may not be limited to standing, bending, stretching and walking

Benefits

• Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees