Operates all lapping machines on a variety of parts of metals, ceramics, carbons, plastics, etc.

• Determines time cycle to produce required size and finish of parts being lapped. Works to tolerances as close as .001 and 1 light band.
• Monitors lapping machine for condition, and lap plate flatness. Alerts supervisor or machine conditioner when adjustments are required.
• Hand polishes during machine operation when required.
• Degreases parts and cleans degreasing tank as required.
• Performs Statistical Process Control (SPC) when required
• Perform preventive maintenance to machine.
• May be required to operate more than one machine simultaneously.
• Works form factory work orders, production route tickets, written or verbal instructions.
• Makes proper job and time reports for timekeeping.
• Keeps machine and work area clean and orderly.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may vary based upon individual branch requirements.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

• Requires high school education or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret simple prints and work with fractions, decimals and/or metrics.
• Requires 1 to 3 years previous lapping experience plus 1 to 3 years Related work experience

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

John Crane (www.johncrane.com) is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures a variety of products including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Fiscal year 2016 revenue was greater than 1 Billion USD (£830m). John Crane is part of Smiths Group (www.smiths.com), a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications, and engineered components.