Job Description
An aerospace company is looking for a Hone & Lap Operator who will set-up and perform necessary hone or lap on inside and / or outside diameters of various precision parts using honing and lapping machines and materials. They will study blueprints, work orders, and / or machining instructions to determine product dimensions, diameters, and tooling. Additionally, they will observe and adjust machine operation.
Job Description :
- Set-up and operate Sunnen hones (manual and power stroker) to hone inside diameters on various sleeves, bodies, bushings and other precision parts in accordance with Blueprint, and Manufacturing Outline specifications
- Set-up and operate Federal and Standard air gages, Sunnen gages and mikrokators
- Lap inside diameters of various precision parts to achieve required size, straightness, roundness and finish
- Lap fit slides to sleeves with precise diametrical clearances
- Ball lap various seats to precise tolerances
- De-burr slides and sleeves to proper specifications
- Thoroughly clean parts of all honing oil and lapping compound
- Be responsible to see that calibrated equipment is returned to Metrology Lab prior to the calibration due date
- Collection of SPC data as dictated by the Production method of operation and process control plan -Participation in and support of Hone, Lap and Grind Team activities
Required Skills & Experience
0-5 years’ experience in Hone Lap and Grind environmentKnowledge of proper mandrels, stones, speeds, strokes, abrasive paper, laps, and abrasive compounds to achieve Blueprint and method of operation requirementsAbility to correct such conditions as taper, bell mouth, and “barrel” in through and blind holesHigh School diploma or equivalentNice to Have Skills & Experience
Sunnen hone machine experienceExperience within an aerospace manufacturing environment