Planetary Grinder

Experience/skills that would be valuable:

• Previous experience operating a planetary grinding machine
• Experience grinding chrome-plated parts is particularly relevant.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances.
• Experience using micrometers and other precision measuring tools.
• Ability to work with large cylindrical components.
• Attention to dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Ability to work safely around rotating machinery and industrial equipment.

Because H&M Plating Company specializes in precision grinding and finishing of industrial components, experience with cylindrical grinding, chrome plating, hydraulic components, shafts, or similar metal-finishing work would be directly relevant.

Typical duties may include:

• Set up and operate planetary grinding machinery.
• Grind plated and unplated cylindrical metal components to specified dimensions.
• Perform rough and finish grinding operations.
• Select and dress grinding wheels appropriate for the material and required finish.
• Read blueprints, drawings, work orders, and dimensional specifications.
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor part dimensions throughout the grinding process.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain required tolerances.
• Inspect finished parts for dimensions, surface finish, defects, and quality.
• Safely load, unload, and properly position heavy or long industrial components.
• Maintain grinding equipment, tooling, and work area.

You should be proficient in:

• Blueprint Reading