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Gear Cutter Operator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
13 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The Horsburgh & Scott company has over 140 years of experience in designing manufacturing and maintaining gearboxes in heavy-duty applications around the world. We are experiencing market growth and need dedicated quality employees to be part of our team. We are currently searching for experienced candidates for the following position Gear Cutter Operator 1st shift and 2nd Shift opportunities in our Cleveland Ohio facility
Gear Cutter Operator
Position Summary
The Gear Cutter Operator is a skilled technician who operates gear cutting machines to manufacture precision gears used in various mechanical systems. They set up adjust and run machines such as hobbing gashing and shaping machines to produce gears according to detailed engineering specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints engineering drawings setup sheets and work orders to determine machining requirements and sequences
- Read and interpret blueprints gear drawings and machining specifications
- Set up gear cutting machines by selecting and installing appropriate tools and fixtures
- Operate machines to cut shape and finish gears using processes such as hobbing gashing or shaping
- Monitor machine operations to ensure accuracy and quality of gears produced
- Inspect finished gears using precision measuring tools like gear tooth calipers micrometers and gauges
- Perform in-process quality checks and verify critical dimensions to ensure compliance with engineering tolerances
- Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance and daily operator care and cleaning of gear cutting equipment
- Document production data inspection results and any nonconformances; promptly communicate machine or quality issues to supervision
- Collaborate with quality engineering and production teams to ensure proper interpretation of requirements and continuous process improvement
- Train and mentor junior operators as needed
- Adherent to all safety procedures including proper rigging and handling of large and heavy components
Education & Experience
- Education:High school diploma or equivalent work experience
- Experience preferred in a manufacturing machine shop equipment
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- This position requires strong mechanical aptitude attention to detail and the ability to work independently on large-scale high-value components in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
#Deliver the Difference and Build Your Career with an Industry Leader
#Build the Gears That Power Industry. Join Horsburgh & Scott
#Join a Team with 140 Years of Manufacturing Excellence
#Not Just a Job: A Career Building World-Class Gearing & Gearboxes
#Join a Team with 140 Years of Manufacturing Excellence
#Not Just a Job: A Career Building World-Class Gearing & Gearboxes
About Company
Horsburgh & Scott designs and manufactures large custom gears and gearboxes, and supports them with value-added services to keep your business up and running.
