• Read machining instructions, blueprints, work orders, and specification sheets to define machine settings, fixtures, and required hobs used for gear specifications (i.e. dimensions and tolerances).
• Properly powering up and down the machine, loading and unloading parts, ensure proper tooling.
• Select, align, & secure fixtures, holders, tooling, hobs, and attachments, accessories, and materials.
• Set up and operate the machine to verify the accuracy of CNC settings or programs, calculating and setting controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut. May need to compute gear dimensions or machine settings.
• Verifies conformance of hobbed gears to specifications using micrometers, gauges, and a computerized gear checker.
• Comply with all work instructions, following and maintaining ISO/QS Standards and Northern Gear & Machining procedures, and quality certification requirements.
• Conduct all assigned and necessary preventative maintenance procedures, detect machine malfunctions, test the operation of the machine for functionality and performance, and make adjustments as needed.
• Confer with engineers, programmers, production employees, and management to resolve machining issues, while maintaining continuous improvement, improved tool life, reduction of tooling costs, machine downtime, improved set up time, and implementation of quality improvements.
• Assisting/Training operators in gear/hob/shaper department.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
  

• Requires physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position. Ability to walk, stand, lift, carry up to 40 pounds, push, kneel, bend, stoop, reach over and under waist level, twist for extended periods of time on cement.
• Demonstrate the verbal and written communications necessary to complete forms, input data into computer quality, production and engineering programs, and exchange information with other team members.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Operate in a fast-paced production atmosphere.

Northern Gear and Machining is a full-service machining company based in Southeastern Wisconsin that produces precision CNC machined parts, geared components, and related assemblies. As a family-owned business for over 60 years, Northern Gear and Machining has been able to provide their customers outstanding service with quality products, cutting edge-technology, and on-time delivery.