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Atlas Gear Company
Gear Cutting Operator/Setup
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A Grinder or Sharpener operates grinding machinery used to sharpen metal tools and blades.
$42,710 / year median in Michigan
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Gear Cutting Operator/Setup Atlas Gear Company Madison Heights, MI Job Details Full-time From $20 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Machine setup Attention to detail Cutting machines Quality assurance experience within manufacturing Manufacturing Full Job Description Job description: Atlas Gear Company, a well-established manufacturing facility in Madison Heights, in business for over 75 years is hiring!! Atlas Gear Company specializes in low to mid volume production runs. We are hiring for an Gear Cutting Machinist capable of programing, set-up, operation of CNC and manual equipment with minimal supervision. You will be responsible for operating gear cutting machinery such as shapers and hobbing machines to produce high-quality gears according to specifications. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and expertise in gear cutting techniques.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate gear cutting machines focused on Shaper Cutting (and possibly hobbing).
- Read and interpret engineering drawings to determine gear specifications.
- Perform gear cutting operations to achieve precise dimensions and tolerances.
- Conduct quality control checks to ensure gears meet required standards.
- Collaborate with the production team to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Maintain equipment by performing routine maintenance tasks.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in gear cutting operations using shaper and/or hobbing machines.
- Proficiency in layout design for gear cutting processes.
- Familiarity with CNC machinery is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
Work schedule:
Monday- Thursday (10 hours per day), OT on Friday and/or Saturday as required.