Ewellix is a global innovator and manufacturer of linear motion and actuation solutions used in assembly automation, medical applications and mobile machinery. Ewellix has 16 sales units and six factories. External net sales are approximately 250 EUR million and we employ around 1250 people. Ewellix is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and is owned by the Schaeffler Group.
We are currently looking for a Manual Gringer, at our Armada, MI manufacturing plant.
What you will do
You will contribute to the company's overall goals and strategy by delivering on the following main responsibilities:
- Setup, program and operate CNC OD Thread grinders according to product specification using knowledge of machine operation and machine to print
- Inspect and measure part to determine conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments such as gauges and micrometers
- Lift and position work pieces, manually or with hoists, and secure them safely
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems, making necessary adjustments to correct problems
- Select machine tooling to be used, using knowledge of machine and production requirements
- Study prints, work orders and machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences
- Mount and position tooling in machine chucks, spindles, or other tool holding devices, using hand tools
- Activate machine start up switches according to the specifications
- Perform operator level machine maintenance duties based on or supported by our ODR program
- Contribute to improvement projects
- Education Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an O.D. Thread Grinder
- Experience with GD&T
- Experience in a fast-paced machine tool and/or Job Shop environment
- Strong shop math skills
- Must own their own tools and be willing to purchase tools
- Experience with steady rests and/or long parts
- Inspect and verify close tolerances
- Experience with heat treated materials
Competency Expectations include but are not limited to:
- Watching gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Controlling operations of equipment or systems
- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Keen focus on deliverables
- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents including written instructions
- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
- Knowledge of machine and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
- Demonstrates persistence when tasked with tedious work assignments
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control
- Knowledge of basic shop math and its applications
Physical Abilities:
- Regularly lift 40 pounds
- Regularly perform repetitive tasks
- Regularly possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Additional information
The position is based in Armada, Michigan and reports to the Production Manager. It is a full-time role and is on-site.
This position is not open for International Assignment. We are not able to consider individuals that require sponsorship to work in the United States
At Ewellix we find diversity and inclusion important, and we value the benefits brought to our company when aiming for equality in gender, ethnic background, and cultural diversity.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- GD&T: 1 year (Preferred)
- Micrometer: 1 year (Preferred)
- Precision measuring instruments: 1 year (Preferred)
- Tooling: 1 year (Preferred)
- Quality control: 1 year (Preferred)
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
- Math: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Armada, MI 48005 (Required)
Work Location: In person