Gear Grinder

Overview

We are hiring Gear Machinists at our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Seattle, WA. We have a compelling reputation in the industry and are adding Gear Cutters and Gear Grinders to our team. We supply custom and prototype gears, shafts, splines, housings and other geared components and assemblies to major customers within defense, energy, aerospace, mining and more. Customers rely on us for our speed and precision, we need additional personnel to keep our reputation flying high.

• Set up and run large gear projects on a CNC 2600 Hofler Grinder, 700 Hofler Grinders, 1600 Pfauter Grinders, Manual Shapers and Hobbers.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and set up sheets.
• Work with a variety of materials including plastics, aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, carbon steel, tool steel and more.
• Run other related machines when needed, manual and CNC horizontal and vertical mills, and lathes.
• Perform quality checks on gears adhering to very tight tolerances.

• Experience grinding parts to tight tolerances (gears, shafts and splines).
• Experience gear grinding or OD/.
• Have at least 5 – 10 years setting up and running gear manufacturing machinery.
• Be well versed in gearing methodology and quality assurance procedures.
• Working knowledge in gear geometry and terminology.
• Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Bring ideas to the table to tackle complex machining challenges daily.

This position is crucial to our continued success, you will be joining an accomplished and professional gear manufacturing team. Adding skills and expertise to our team but are also willing to take someone with basic knowledge to the next level as long as you are willing to challenge yourself and learn. If you feel we could provide an environment for you to thrive and wish to be recognized for the positive impact, you can bring, apply online.

Diversity and equity are important values for us, and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
Position is subject to export control regulations as defined in 22 CFR 120.62

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Manufacturing

Industries:
Manufacturing

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)