Tool Grinder B

JOB PURPOSE

 The Tool Grinder B performs duties to set up and operate one or more grinders to perform a normal range of tool grinding operations.

 JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 · Work from blueprints, specifications, piece parts and instructions. Braze materials and tools in preparation for grinding operations.

· Set up equipment to perform surface, drill pointing, broach, hob and other similar grinding operations on steel and carbide cutters, reamers, dies, gauges, form tools or special items.

· Plan sequence of operations, select method of holding workpiece and verify dimensions, tolerance, tooling and grinding requirements.

· Select and dress wheels. Mount grinding wheels, set grind, rotation and spindle speeds, feed rates, angle of wheel, length of cycle or stroke and depth of cut

· Position blades, cams, diamonds and stops. Measure workpiece to determine amount of material to be removed.

· position on table, face plate or magnetic chuck in fixture or chuck jaws or between centers of wheels. Start machine, engage automatic mechanism, direct flow of coolant and observe operations

 · perform secondary operations to obtain high finish requirements. Obtain first piece inspection approval. Make adjustments to ensure proper operations. Check work for conformance to specifications.

· Place workpiece in designated location. Maintain equipment, clean, oil, change worn wheels and ensure that safety devices are operative.

 · Provide assistance to other personnel as requested. Notify supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.

· Use micrometer, caliper, comparator, height gauge, band saw and various machine tools and measuring "instruments and hand and hand power tools.

 · Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition. Perform other related duties as assigned.

 · Other duties and responsibilities as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or GED

 · 3+ Years Manual Machining

 · 1+ year grinding experience

 · Experience using measurement tools such as caliper, micrometer, height gage, and optical comparator

· Experience with Universal and surface grinders

 · Skilled at blueprint reading, basic trigonometry, and other basic math skills

PHYSICAL AND VISUAL REQUIREMENTS, WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

· Occasionally 1-33%: Sit

 · Occasionally 1-33%: Twist/Turn

 · Occasionally 1-33%: Stoop/Bend

· Occasionally 1-33%: Push/Pull

· Occasionally 1-33%: Repetitive hand/wrist

· Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Fine Manipulation

· Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Gross Grasping

 · Occasionally 1-33%: Hand Movement - Simple Grasping

 · Occasionally 1-33%: Forearm Rotation

· Frequently 34% - 66%: Walk

· Continuously 67% - 100%: Stand Lifting/Carrying

· Occasionally 1-33%: Lift / Carry 1-10 lbs.

· Occasionally 1-33%: Lift / Carry 11-25 lbs.

Visual Demands

 · Continuously 67% - 100%: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

 · Continuously 67% - 100%: Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Work Environment & Hazards

· Occasionally 1-33%: Cold

· Occasionally 1-33%: Heat

· Occasionally 1-33%: Machine movement or vibration

· Continuously 67% - 100%: Loud noise, constant or periodic