Hob Operator

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Run parts as directed with the ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Run multiple hobs as set up with the ability to change parts ensuring alignment, including basic math. Experience with hob machines is helpful, but not required.
• Verify settings by measuring parts (i.e. T.I.R. O.D, I.D, etc.), first-run and production parts, and work pieces; adhering to documented and engineered standards.
• Maintain specifications by observing grooving, and tooth cutting, including point part operation run-out, taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; making minor adjustments and operating controls; identifying worn tools for replacement; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplish organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Any other task assigned by management.

• Knowledgeable in the verification of parts produced with the use of varied measurement gauges which would allow for modifying offsets to meet customer engineering drawing specifications.
• Knowledgeable and willing to operate machines at a demanding pace.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to generate the correct finished dimensions.
• Possesses skills in: monitoring performance of self or organization to make improvements or take corrective action; watching gauges, dial, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance;
  
  controlling operations of equipment or systems; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

• Good listening, problem sensitivity, quick response reaching time, arm-hand steadiness and rate control.
• Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining and entering accurate information in B&B ERP system.
• Analyzing information and evaluation results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers via telephone, written form, e-mail or in person.
• The ability to meet strict deadlines or be able to communicate those that cannot be met.
• Must follow all safety procedures and policies as mandated by B&B.
• Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift.
• Frequent walking.
• Must be awake while on duty.