Centerless Grinder

Superior Thread Rolling Co. has been an industry leader in the Aerospace and Precision Machining business for over 70 years. We lead by developing "out-of-the-box" solutions to the constant changes in quality, administration, lean processes, and state-of-the-art technical systems required by Aerospace prime contractors and their supply chain. We strongly believe that the true reason behind our success is due to our loyal and dedicated team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Centerless Grinders set up and operate one or more centerless grinding machines to grind external cylindrical surfaces of metal work-pieces to blueprint specifications, following tooling instructions and standard charts and applying knowledge of grinding procedures. Each team member shall strive to achieve all the levels within Job Level Matrix. The individual must read Router instructions and record labor data. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Selects jobs based on priority lists generated by M1 computer and input from production control manager.

Uses traveler to PUNCH in & out of both setup & production as stated in router instructions.

Performs the operation outlined in sequence number of the router instructions and records all pertinent inspection and data on the router card.

Create machine setup cards by customer/part number recording pertinent machine settings and any special part/setup instructions.

Mounts grinding wheel and regulating wheel on spindles using screwdrivers and wrenches.

Lifts parts manually or with hoist and positions and secures part in grinding machines

Must be familiar working with stainless, carbon steel, titanium, Inconel, and many other exotic materials

Must know how to work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions

Verifies dimensions of ground work-piece for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers and preset gauges.

Examines samples from each machine for burrs, ragged edges, or scratches and determines that dimensions are within prescribed tolerances, using variety of gauges and measuring tools.    

Communicates with co‑workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate activities.

Visually observe, troubleshoot and report non-conforming conditions, either product or process to supervisor or manager as required.

Participate in 6s, self-development and training of others and perform other related duties as required or as directed by supervisor.

Inspects and measures parts to maintain quality parts throughout production using sample plans.

Read and understand all router instructions for each grinding sequence and evaluate production and setup standards immediately after starting and establishing the actual time standards.

Reads blueprint and job order for product specifications, such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be ground, and tooling instructions, such as grinding speeds, feed rates, holding fixtures, and grinding wheels to be used.

Dress wheels to specifications, using dressing device.

Moves controls to set specified grinding speeds, feed rates, and spacing between wheel faces. Positions and secures work rest at specified height, using wrenches. 

Inspects, measures parts and records data to maintain statistical process control charts.

Change coolant oil tanks and remove grinding sludge per approved handling and safety procedures.

Keep grinding area clean and free of debris.

Organize grinding wheel storage area and keep purchasing informed of wheel and blade needs so as not to interrupt grinding schedule.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Between 6 months and 1 year of trade school, vocational education, work experience, or apprenticeship is desired.

Physical Demands: 

The employee is required to:

Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.

Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Company Benefits:
Employment benefits offer include:

Medical,

Dental

Vision

Holidays, Vacation & Bonuses

401(k) with matching company funds (Full Time Employees).

Superior Thread Rolling is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. All prospective candidates are subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, requirements of this position include being eligible to work with export-controlled products and related data without restriction.

Keywords: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Thread Roll, Centerless Grinder, Centerless, Grinder, Threads