Tool Grinder B

JOB PURPOSE:

The Tool Grinder B performs the duties of setting up and operating one or more grinders to

perform a normal range of tool grinding operations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work from blueprints, specifications, piece parts, and instructions. Braze materials and tools in preparation for grinding operations.

Set up equipment to perform surface, drill pointing, broach, hob, and other similar grinding operations on steel and carbide cutters, reamers, dies, gauges, form tools, or special items.

Plan sequence of operations, select the method of holding a workpiece and verify dimensions, tolerance, tooling, and grinding requirements.

Select and dress wheels. Mount grinding wheels, set grind, rotation, and spindle speeds, feed rates, angle of the wheel, length of cycle or stroke, and depth of cut

Position blades, cams, diamonds, and stops. Measure the workpiece to determine the amount of material to be removed.

Position on the table, face plate, or magnetic chuck in the fixture or chuck jaws or between centers of wheels.

Start the machine, engage the automatic mechanism, direct the flow of coolant, observe operations perform secondary operations to obtain high finish requirements.

Obtain first-piece inspection approval.

Make adjustments to ensure proper operations.

Check work for conformance to specifications.

Place the workpiece in the designated location.

Maintain equipment, clean, oil, change worn wheels, and ensure that safety devices are operative.

Provide assistance to other personnel as requested.

Notify the supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.

Use a micrometer, caliper, comparator, height gauge, band saw various machine tools measuring instruments, and hand and hand power tools.

Follow safety rules and keep the work area in clean and orderly condition.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other duties and responsibilities as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED

3+ Years of Manual Machining experience

Experience with manual milling, including facing, boring, drilling, and tapping

Experience with manual lathes, including turning, boring, and single-point threading

Experience using measurement tools such as caliper, micrometer, height gage, and optical comparator

Skilled at blueprint reading, basic trigonometry, and other basic math skills

PHYSICAL AND VISUAL REQUIREMENTS, WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

Occasionally 1-33%: Sit

Occasionally 1-33%: Twist/Turn

Occasionally 1-33%: Stoop/Bend

Occasionally 1-33%: Push/Pull

Occasionally 1-33%: Repetitive hand/wrist

Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Fine Manipulation

Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Gross Grasping

Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Simple Grasping

Occasionally 1-33%: Forearm Rotation

Frequently 34% - 66%: Walk

Continuously 67% - 100%: Stand Lifting/Carrying

Occasionally 1-33%: Lift / Carry 1-10 lbs.

Occasionally 1-33%: Lift / Carry 11-25 lbs.

Visual Demands

Continuously 67% - 100%: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Continuously 67% - 100%: Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Work Environment & Hazards

Occasionally 1-33%: Cold

Occasionally 1-33%: Heat

Occasionally 1-33%: Machine movement or vibration

Continuously 67% - 100%: Loud noise, constant or periodic

Must Have:

3+ years of Tool Grinding experience

3+ Years Manual Machining

Experience with manual milling, including facing, boring, drilling, and tapping

Experience with manual lathes, including turning, boring, and single-point threading

Candidates must have reliable transportation

Candidates must be open to overtime and working Saturdays

Expected Hours: 

No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

8-hr shift

6-hr Saturday Shift (Voluntary, not mandatory)

Overtime

Benefits: 

(For regular employees) Basic Accident Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental

Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance

Program, and Health Advocate Services.

(Waiting time for benefits: 60 days)