Job
Description
As an experienced and skilled Manual Hobbing Supervisor & Setter, you will be joining our precision gear manufacturing team. With at least 5 years of hands-on experience in manual hobbing operations, gear cutting, and machine setting, your responsibilities will include supervising hobbing operations, setting up machines, ensuring product quality, and training junior operators when required. - **Machine Setup & Operation** - Set up manual hobbing machines according to job specifications. - Select and install proper cutting tools, gears, and fixtures. - Adjust machine settings such as speed, feed, depth of cut, etc., for optimal performance. - Perform trial runs and make fine adjustments to ensure correct tooth profile and dimensions. - **Gear Cutting & Inspection** - Supervise the gear hobbing process from start to finish. - Monitor gear quality - pitch, tooth thickness, lead error, and surface finish. - Use precision instruments like micrometers, vernier calipers, gear roll testers, and profile projectors. - Identify and resolve quality issues before components proceed to the next stage. - **Team Supervision & Workforce Management** - Lead a team of machine operators and helpers in the hobbing section. - Assign tasks based on skill level and production priorities. - Monitor individual performance and provide guidance or training as needed. - Ensure discipline, attendance, and safety compliance among the team. - **Production Planning & Coordination** - Interpret job cards, engineering drawings, and daily production targets. - Coordinate with planning and production managers to meet deadlines. - Report daily output, machine downtime, and material requirements. - Assist in inventory control for tools, cutters, blanks, and measuring instruments. - **Quality Control & Documentation** - Ensure compliance with quality standards and tolerances. - Fill out inspection reports and maintain documentation for each batch. - Coordinate with QC (Quality Control) department for approval and audits. - Recommend corrective actions for recurring defects or inefficiencies. - **Preventive Maintenance & Safety** - Conduct daily checks and basic preventive maintenance on hobbing machines. - Report any major breakdowns to the maintenance department. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the machine area. - Enforce health and safety standards, including the use of PPE (personal protective equipment). - **Continuous Improvement** - Identify opportunities for reducing cycle time and improving gear finish. - Provide feedback on machine performance and suggest upgrades or tooling changes. - Stay updated on new hobbing techniques, gear standards (e.g., DIN, AGMA), and measuring tools. **Skills Required:** - Deep understanding of gear hobbing principles. - Strong knowledge of spur, helical, worm gears, and their manufacturing techniques. - Leadership and team management skills. - Basic computer skills for report entry (MS Excel or ERP systems is a plus). **Requirements:** - Minimum 5 years of experience in manual hobbing and gear cutting. - Strong knowledge of gear types, hobbing processes, and machine settings. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. - Experience using measuring instruments like micrometers, vernier calipers, and gear testers. - Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision. **What We Offer:** - Competitive salary - Growth opportunities within the company - Friendly and supportive work environment - Immediate joining **Benefits:** - Leave encashment - Provident Fund **Work Location:** In person,
