Summary: Seeking a Gear Hobber & Shaper to set up, operate, and maintain precision gear cutting machines with expertise in aerospace and defense materials.

Job Requirements:

Minimum 3 years of experience in gear hobbing and shaping machining

Strong understanding of gear geometry, gear cutting processes, and machine operation principles

Experience with materials such as stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and aluminum

Proficient in reading blueprints, GD&T, and inspection reports

Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or MIL-SPEC manufacturing standards

Ability to use a wide range of precision measuring instruments and gear inspection tools

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Pfauter, Gleason, Barber-Colman, or Fellows gear machines

CNC gear cutting or shaping experience

Knowledge of gear inspection software and CMM operation

Prior experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments

Job Responsibilities:

Set up and operate gear hobbing and shaping machines per engineering drawings and specifications

Interpret blueprints, gear charts, and process sheets for machine settings and machining sequences

Perform machine setups including selecting tooling, cutters, feeds, and speeds

Inspect gears using micrometers, calipers, gear inspection equipment to ensure compliance with specifications

Monitor machining operations for dimensional accuracy and surface finish adjustments

Conduct preventive maintenance on machines to ensure operational reliability

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet delivery and quality targets

Maintain clean work area in accordance with 5S and safety standards

Pay Details: $24.00 to $34.00 per hour

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