Jig Grinder

JOB SUMMARY:

The CNC Jig Grinder will setup and operate  a computer controlled machine to perform one or more machine functions on metal work pieces that remove excess materials or burrs from surfaces, sharpened edges or corners.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES include:
• Inspect or measure finished workpieces to determine conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gauges or micrometers.
• Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools that remove excess material or burrs from surfaces, sharpen edges or corners, or buff, hone, or polish metal workpieces.
• Observe machine operations to detect any problems; make necessary adjustments to correct problems.
• Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications, utilizing knowledge of machine operation.
• Measure workpieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices.
• Select machine tooling to be used, utilizing knowledge of machine and production requirements.
• Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences.
• Mount and position tools in machine chucks, spindles, or other tool holding devices, using hand tools.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned.

Minimal requirements for education, knowledge and experience:
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for   maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of trigonometry, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
• The ability to quickly and repeatedly react and adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Position requires manual dexterity,  multilimb coordination, near vision, rate control, arm-hand steadiness, deductive reasoning ability.
• The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
• Work schedule generally consists of 40 hours per week, which may include on-call status, evenings, and/or weekends.