CNC Gear Grinding Operator - Precision Gear Manufacturing
About this role
CNC Gear Grinding Operator
Precision Gear Manufacturing
Plymouth, MI
Competitive Salary
We are seeking a CNC Gear Grinding Operator to support precision gear manufacturing by operating CNC gear grinding equipment to produce high-precision gears that meet engineering and quality specifications. This role is responsible for machine setup, blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, gear grinding, machine adjustments, and quality inspection while maintaining compliance with AS9100, ISO 14001, and company safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Operate CNC gear grinding machines with specialized indexing equipment to manufacture precision gears and master gears.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, planning sheets, sketches, job orders, and technical documentation to determine machining requirements.
- Determine machine setup procedures, control settings, tooling requirements, machining methods, and operation sequences.
- Calculate machine indexing ratios, cam dimensions, and gear spacing requirements for precision grinding operations.
- Select and install index plates, cams, grinding wheels, fixtures, and tooling based on product specifications.
- Set up and adjust automatic wheel dressing equipment to maintain required grinding wheel profiles.
- Configure synchronized machine speeds, feed rates, and depth-of-cut settings for optimal machining performance.
- Mount and secure workpieces using mandrels, centers, or chucks, verifying setup accuracy with thickness gauges, dial indicators, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Monitor grinding operations, adjust machine settings as needed, and maintain proper coolant flow throughout machining processes.
- Inspect finished gears to verify dimensional accuracy and conformance to engineering drawings, tolerances, and quality standards.
- Complete production documentation and maintain accurate quality records.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- One to four years of CNC gear grinding, precision machining, or related manufacturing experience; equivalent education and experience considered.
- Experience operating CNC gear grinding machines or similar precision grinding equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, machining specifications, and technical documentation.
- Experience performing machine setup, tooling changes, and precision adjustments.
- Proficiency using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, dial indicators, thickness gauges, and other inspection equipment.
- Knowledge of gear grinding processes, machining techniques, tooling, feeds, speeds, and machine indexing principles.
- Ability to calculate machining dimensions, indexing ratios, and setup requirements.
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality management standards and ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
- Ability to follow quality procedures, safety regulations, and required PPE guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience manufacturing aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial power transmission components.
- Experience with precision gear inspection and quality control processes.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Preventive maintenance experience on CNC grinding equipment.
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
What to Expect
- Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
- Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
- Final position level and pay will be based on experience.
Resources
- To apply, send a resume to: [email protected]
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- For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”
Company at a glance
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) is a minority-owned, Small-Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certified, and award-winning Engineering Services Company. Established in 1994 under Alabama law, Moseley specializes in providing engineering and technical services to national Aerospace and Defense companies.
Expect better service and consistent results.
By putting our employees first, we attract and retain higher quality people who provide employers with the skills, experience, and reliability they need to succeed – every time.
Our Mission
We deliver superior service to our customers and employees while providing solutions to business challenges and opportunities.
Our Vision
To build long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30-year commitment to be a “World-Class Company providing World-Class Service.” We have never wavered from our core principles, and we are thankful for the continued trust of our industry partners who agree with our stated and practiced principles.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
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