Grinder Operator

An international leader in aviation:

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Information on the division:

Located in Strongsville, the 110 employee facility (100,000 sq. ft.) is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for the final assembly of landing gear.

As part of the Central Division, you will lead P&L responsible for critical machining operations of major commercial aircraft programs such as the Boeing 777 and Embraer E-2, and important military programs as F-18, F-35, C-17 and C-130.

With a strong focus on latest technology of manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques we aim to remain the best value producer of complex landing gear components.

What we offer:

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary:

The Grinder sets up and operates grinding machines to grind cylindrical and tapered surfaces of rotating metal landing gear and other Aerospace components.

Main responsibilities:

• Follow work instructions/blueprints to operate a Sunnen ID Honer or cylindrical grinder to bring steel landing gear parts to tolerance.
• Use the following procedures outlined in work instructions & blueprints:
  • Adjust dial to set angle of workpiece to horizontal grinding wheel.
  • Dress wheel manually or with preset device.
  • Position workpiece on faceplate, magnetic chuck, or in chuck jaws, using wrenches.
  • Set grinding wheel speed, work surface speed, and workpiece table travel rate, according to knowledge of metal properties and abrasives.
  • Position and tighten stops to set depth of grinding wheel cut and stroke of workpiece table.
  • Utilize both automatic and manual controls to feed wheel.
• Utilize measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and gage blocks to confirm tolerances.
• Size & micro finish/hand grind as needed to achieve related blueprint dimensions.
• Document & maintain traceability in accordance with all quality standards, such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• May dress grinding wheel to specified profile for contour grinding, using special features and tools.
• May operate tracer attachment to duplicate contours from templates or models.

Our ideal candidate:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manual machining
• Minimum 1 year of experience running ID/OD, or centerless grinder

Work culture and environment:

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.