Senior CNC Thread Grinder, Precision Toolmaker

Job Title: CNC Thread Grinding Operator

Department: Production

Reports to: General Manager/Supervisor

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: South Beloit, IL

Travel: None

GWS is the North American leader in the design and manufacturing of custom cutting tools. Servicing industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Energy and general

Engineering.

As the fastest growing company in our industry, the career opportunities arenumerousand the pathways for advancementnearlylimitless.

Job Summary: The thread grinder willbe responsible for producing premium quality, high precision carbide, carbide tipped and HSS cutting tools using CNC Thread grinding machines and programs. Facilitates andoperatesmachines by programming, setup,operating machines, inspecting tools for visible flaws and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup and offsets as required.

• Ability to accurately read blueprints.

• Must be able to inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.

• Responsible foraccurateprogramming and machine operation.

• Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.

• Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Managers.

• Pull material for up-coming jobs

• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• 5+ years of experience with CNCGrinding /Operator experience

• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but not required.

• Previous manufacturing experience is required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with CNC Thread Grinding Machines is highly preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand forlong periodsof time.

• Must be able to lift/carry products and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to bend or climb into and out of machines and stoop, bend, or kneel as required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.