Gear Hobber Technician
door-controls-usa
| Company | door-controls-usa |
| Category | Skilled Technician |
| Location | Ben Wheeler, TX |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 14 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (rippling) |
Description
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.
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