Precision Machinist

Post Date

Feb 12, 2025

Location

Gardena,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

90248
US
Jul 08, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

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Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

SDG-762525

Pay Rate

$60k - $80k (estimate)

Job Description

A gas turbine company is looking for a Machine Operator to set up and operate one or more gear grinding machines. The role involves producing rough and finish ground splines, spur, and helical gears. Key Responsibilities: -Machine Setup and Operation: Follow specific instructions to set up and operate gear-grinding machines and associated wheel dress and balancing equipment. -Tool and Equipment Handling: Use various hand tools, gauges, and dial indicators to install involute cams, yokes, arbors, and workpieces. -Optical Equipment Use: Present wheel dresser tools, balance and dress wheels as required, and indicate workpieces between bench centers prior to loading the grinder. -Quality Assurance: Check and record workpiece pitch and root diameters before grinding, monitor machine operations, and inspect finished parts for dimensional accuracy and surface quality. -Inspection and Documentation: Visually inspect parts for finish, root profile, and signs of surface burn or tempering. Maintain records of all finish dimensions and obtain inspection acceptance of finished parts. Additional Duties: -Perform related tasks of comparable or lower skill levels, check the work of other operators, and comply with all EH&S procedures. -Segregate waste material and follow good housekeeping practices. Skill Development: -May be assigned additional tasks within the scope and skill level of this job description to support department objectives and develop individual skills.

The team has openings for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.

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Required Skills & Experience

1+ years of experience setting up and operating gear grinding machines -Experience using precision instruments (dial indicators, blade and ball micrometers, height gages, and gage gear measuring wires)
High School diploma

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience working with Kapp Niles gear grinding machines -Siemens controller knowledge

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.