Summary of Position
The CNC Centerless Grinder is responsible to set up and operate CNC grinding machines to perform a variety of complex machining operations on steel blanks. Perform frequent changeovers for small quantity custom orders. Maximize production efficiencies through simultaneous operation of more than one machine.
Principal Responsibilities
- Receive and review work assignments; verify required dimension, tolerances and number of parts to be ground.
- Follow established procedures for machine set up and tooling instructions, including; select proper grind wheels, bushings, collets and programs to be use; input tool and set up values; grind first piece, inspect, adjust as needed.
- Dress and form abrasive wheels using standard dressing devices. Mount and secure tools in machine. Set and adjust wheel spindle speeds, feed rate and travel stops and set taper.
- Run equipment in auto-cycle whenever possible, continually inspecting finished tools for correct dimensions with measuring instruments. (Micrometers, calipers, and/or gauges).
- Enter all production information into the data collection system.
- Monitor equipment performance; report problems and request required maintenance to avoid unnecessary downtime and machine damage or repairs.
- Perform SPC procedures on all jobs.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for keeping area clean at all times.
