Gear Generator Operator

Operate CNC Gleason gear generating equipment to manufacture precision gears in accordance with engineering drawings, gear specifications, work instructions, and shop floor documentation while maintaining quality and production standards.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC Gleason gear generating machines to produce gears in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications; install and true cutting tools, workholding fixtures, arbors, and machine tooling; verify machine offsets, tooling dimensions, and program parameters; operate CNC gear generating equipment efficiently to produce quality parts while meeting production schedules; verify shop floor documentation and engineering drawings are at the current revision level; perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring instruments; monitor tool wear and machine performance, replacing or adjusting tooling as necessary; complete work orders in the order specified by the supervisor or shop scheduling system; record labor, production quantities, scrap, downtime, and inspection results; identify and report machine malfunctions, tooling issues, and quality concerns; maintain required coolant levels, lubrication systems, and perform routine operator preventive maintenance; follow all safety requirements and job-specific JSA; sustain 5S ratings; participate in continuous improvement activities; perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Demonstrated experience operating CNC gear generating equipment in a manufacturing environment; thorough knowledge of blueprint and gear drawing interpretation; gear terminology; use of precision measuring equipment; general understanding of CNC machine programming and operation; familiarity with gear cutting principles, tooling, machine setup, and inspection methods

Nice to have

High School Diploma or GED with machining certificate from a reputable trade school; experience with Gleason gear generators and gear manufacturing processes; knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and gear inspection equipment