Gear Hobber Technician in Ben Wheeler, Texas at Door Controls USA

At Door Controls USA, we are always on the lookout for passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments. We seek team members who are dedicated to excellence & innovation in the automatic & manual door industry. Ideal candidates should bring a blend of technical skills, customer-focused attitudes, & a willingness to learn & grow with us. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, we offer opportunities to build a rewarding career within a supportive & inclusive workplace.

Guided by our mission of Opening Doors for Generations & grounded in our core values—Together We Thrive, Do What You Say, Do the Right Thing, Better Every Day, and Get'er Done—we strive to make a lasting impact for our customers & communities. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions & services to our customers nationwide.

Benefits Package Offered for full-time employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K + Company Match
• Legal Shield

Job Summary:

Door Controls USA is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Gear Cutter/Grinder with gear cutting and grinding experience. Prepare materials for machines; maintain quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintain equipment and supplies; maintain shop cleanliness and scrap material bins. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn competitive pay and full-time benefits.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Buff and grind machine parts.

· Maintain shop cleanliness using standard cleaning practices.

· Handle and transport scrap materials to discard and recycle bin in various locations.

· Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

· Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

· Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

· Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

· Operates gear / pinion manufacturing machines including manual loading/unloading, indicating and measuring of parts.

· Maintains preventative maintenance of equipment.

· Inspects and changes cutters as needed to produce quality parts.

· Hand deburrs finished parts to produce a uniform edge break of gear / pinion teeth.

· Moves finished parts from the gear production area to the gearbox assembly area.

· Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

· Use micrometers, calipers, and go/no-go gauges.

· Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

· Strong ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.

· Experience with a variety of hand tools

· Experience operating gear hobbers or other lathes.

Experience:

Gear Hobbing,

2+ years in manufacturing / production environment.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing up and working on your feet.

Must be able to lift up to 50+ pounds at times.