- Sets up and operates surface grinding machines with horizontal or vertical spindle and reciprocating or rotating table to grind flat or contoured surfaces of metal workpieces, such as tool, die, and machine parts, usually for limited runs, analyzing specifications and selecting tooling according to knowledge of surface grinding procedures: Studies blueprint or layout on workpiece to visualize grinding to be done and plans sequence of operations.
- Positions and secures workpiece on magnetic chuck, in holding fixture, or directly to machine table.
- Selects grinding wheel, grinding speeds, and feed rates for each operation according to knowledge of metal properties and abrasives, and mounts wheel on spindle.
- Moves device to dress wheel.
- Moves controls and reads dials to set rotation speeds and feed rates.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person