Universal Grinder $39.83/hour

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Universal Grinder - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Euclid, Ohio

Set-up and operate ID and OD universal and surface grinding equipment (conventional and CNC) to generate finish dimensions on a variety of complex production and tooling parts. Assistance may be given by other operators on proper operational procedures. Perform housekeeping and other job related duties as assigned by foreman.

What We Offer

• Payrate: $39.83/hour
• Shift Premiums: 2nd/3rd shift = $1.00/hour.
• Unionized facility with 180-day probationary period.
• Medical Coverage: Effective on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Dental Coverage: Effective on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Vision Coverage: Effective on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• 401k Company Match.
• Time Off:
• Five (5) unpaid sick days offered date of hire.
• Three (3) paid sick days offered after 180-day of employment.
• Two (2) weeks’ paid vacation offered after eight months of employment (prorated).
• Eleven (11) paid holidays after 90 days of employment.
• Active employee life insurance with supplemental opportunities.
• Relocation can be available if candidate qualifies per company policy.
• Safety glasses and boot reimbursements offered.
  

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate universal and surface grinders to perform difficult, close tolerance, semi-finish and finish grinding operations on a wide variety of production hardware, tools, jogs, fixtures, gages, and forming-die parts and other parts may be required.
• Select, install and dress wheels and complete all changes in set-ups with a minimum of blue prints and the use of mathematical calculations. Parts may be irregular shapes necessitating the use of special or improvised work holding devices, indicators, and other measuring devices to obtain correct alignment and concentricity.
• Develop NC programs during set-ups utilizing G & M codes.
• Apply expert knowledge of precision grinding practices to grind internal, external, straight form and tapered surfaces to extremely close tolerances and high degree of finish.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints to determine locations, sizes and finish.
• Exercise a high degree of attentiveness to devise set-up, dress correct forms and angles into wheels and to complete work details to tool design specifications.
• Use various types of precision measuring devices including comparators and electronic gages to inspect work.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience of experience in set-up and operation of manual and CNC internal/external universal grinders, completion of an accredited training program will be considered.
• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• If necessary, be able to demonstrate ability to perform above skills on a test piece.
• Ability to demonstrate CNC control abilities; including editing speeds, feeds, tool offsets and fixture offsets.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ability to use various measuring instruments including: dial bore gages, indicator snap gages, verniers, and .0001 micrometers.
• Possess skills necessary to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to develop NC programs during set-up utilizing "G" and "M" codes.
• Possess the knowledge and ability to use multi axis grinding contouring as well as grinding wheel dressing and grit/size selection, to ensure that tight tolerances meet blueprints.
• Must be willing and available to work any shift (2nd shift: 3pm - 11pm, 3rd shift: 11pm - 7am).
  
  

The starting rate for this position in Ohio (US-OH) is $39.83 per hour. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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