Gear Shaping & Grinding Operator (Aerospace)

Must be qualified to set-up and operate a wide variety of gear shaping and grinding equipment from blueprints or process sheets.

Typical Duties:

• Set up and operate Gear Tooth Grinder and Gear Tooth Generator.
• Select proper holding devices, cutters, and lubricants.
• Performs final inspection with use of special gaging equipment.
• Able to measure finish product.
• Capable and willing to assist or train other employees in lower classifications.
• Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
• Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor.
• Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.