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 firstpiece 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 singlepoint 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 133%: Sit

Occasionally 133%: Twist/Turn

Occasionally 133%: Stoop/Bend

Occasionally 133%: Push/Pull

Occasionally 133%: Repetitive hand/wrist

Occasionally 133%: Hand Movement Fine Manipulation

Occasionally 133%: Hand Movement Gross Grasping

Occasionally 133%: Hand Movement Simple Grasping

Occasionally 133%: Forearm Rotation

Frequently 34% 66%: Walk

Continuously 67% 100%: Stand Lifting/Carrying

Occasionally 133%: Lift / Carry 110 lbs.

Occasionally 133%: Lift / Carry 1125 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 133%: Cold

Occasionally 133%: Heat

Occasionally 133%: 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 singlepoint threading

Candidates must have reliable transportation

Candidates must be open to overtime and working Saturdays

Expected Hours:

No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

8hr shift

6hr Saturday Shift (Voluntary not mandatory)

Overtime

Benefits:

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

Death and Dismemberment Insurance Shortterm Disability Insurance Employee Assistance

Program and Health Advocate Services.

(Waiting time for benefits: 60 days)