I.D./O.D. Grinding

Northstar Aerospace, now part of Avio Aero - a GE Aerospace Company, is a leading independent manufacturer of components and assemblies to the global Aerospace industry. Our principal products include gears and transmissions, accessory gearbox assemblies, rotorcraft drive systems, and other machined and fabricated parts for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. We also provide maintenance and repair and overhaul (MRO) on these platforms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below.  This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.

• Set up and operate machine on a diversified range of grinding operations.
• Will monitor quality and adjust offsets in machine to hold tolerances per the blueprint specifications during production.
• Select correct wheels, feeds, speeds and accurate alignment.  
• Grinding of complex multiple diameters, shafts or gears, where diameters, radii must be held in close and exact tolerances dimensionally.
• Inspect finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges and micrometers.
• Observe machine operations to detect any problems; make necessary adjustments to correct problems.
• Required to have knowledge of what grinding wheel needs to be used for certain types of materials.
• Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications, utilizing knowledge of machine operation.
• Mount grinding wheel in machine chucks using crane.
• Study blueprints and work orders to determine product specifications.
• Will oil and stack all finished parts neatly on a pallet or a box. Will protect all parts with wax paper and corrugated paper when needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The physical requirements of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

position.

• Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing and seeing
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Frequent reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending and repetitive motion
• Occasional sitting, writing and typing
• Visual acuity to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of product and/or parts
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles
• Frequent exposure to moderate to heavy noise
• The ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED      

• Must have 3 years experience in ID Grinding/OD Grinding.  Familiarity with Springfield, Okuma, Kellenberger, Studer, Universal and Heald machines.
• and have a good understanding of blueprints
• Must know speeds and feeds for different types of material.
• Must have experience with inspection tools such as micrometer, gauges, calipers, etc.
• Problem-solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude with the various types of tools used in the machining process

At Northstar, we understand the importance of Total Rewards and offer varied benefit offerings based upon location.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Employee Service Awards (service and recognition)
• Performance Bonus

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Salary : $31 - $31