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Héroux-Devtek
Livonia, MI
An international leader in aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Information On The Division

Located in Livonia, Michigan, the 120+ employee facility (100,000 sq. ft.) is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, assembly and support of landing gear, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

As part of the Central Division you will lead P&L responsible for critical machining operations of major commercial aircraft programs supporting Boeing, LockHeed Martin, Parker Hannifan, and military initiatives such as the B-2 Stealth, F105, and V280.

With a strong focus on latest technology of the manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques we aim to remain the best value producer of complex landing gear components.

What we offer?

  • Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
  • A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
  • Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
  • 9 paid holidays
  • A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HAS/FSA options, Dental & Vision
  • Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
  • Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
  • Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
  • Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
  • Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
  • Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
  • Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
  • A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary

The Thread Grinder performs precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.

Main Responsibilities

  • Load work pieces into grinding machines, then perform specific grinding operations.
  • Compute numbers, widths, and angles of cutting tools, micrometers, scales, and gauges, and adjust tools to produce specified cuts
  • Finish surfaces of work pieces, using prescribed equipment, grinding wheels and hand tools.
  • Inspect and measure workpieces to ensure that surfaces and dimensions meet specifications.
  • Monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are necessary; stop machines when problems occur.
  • Select and mount grinding wheels on machines, according to specifications, using hand tools and applying knowledge of abrasives and grinding procedures.
  • Set up and operate grinding or polishing machines to grind metal parts, tools, or work pieces.
  • Study blueprints or layouts of metal workpieces to determine grinding procedures, and to plan machine setups and operational sequences.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Vocational training or 3 years of Grinder experience

Work culture and environment

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Posted 2025-12-19

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