2nd Shift Carbide Grind Operator – $24.07/hour

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About the role

As a Carbide Grind Operator, you’ll be part of our Stanley Black & Decker team located in East Longmeadow, MA. You’ll set up and operate multiple machines and equipment including welders and grinders to produce a variety of Carbide Tipped Saw products following established practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines requiring adjustments to guides, vise, and payoff, including singular and multiple grinding head units.
• Perform exacting setups, aligning grinding wheels to achieve proper rake angles, chamfer, height, and other specifications.
• Set and adjust indexing cams, roller drives, guides; change wheels and belts; oil, grease, and lube equipment as required.
• Check and maintain coolant system and fluid levels.
• Set and adjust speeds and feeds to maximize operating efficiency.
• Use an overhead electric hoist to load and remove coils from equipment.
• Use hydraulic and hand trucks to move materials and products within the department.
• Monitor operation of multiple machines and ensure product quality.
• Conduct first-piece and ongoing inspections using optical comparators and other instruments to check profile and dimensions.
• Check micrometers at the start of each shift and post findings.
• Maintain required records, counts, information, and data.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and document maintenance checks.
• Detect and report defective and unsafe equipment and materials, as well as unusual situations to a supervisor.
• Observe and obey all safety rules, practices, and procedures; wear and employ all required safety equipment and devices.
• Clean and maintain equipment in a neat and orderly manner.
• Demonstrate a broad understanding of the job and apply skills across a range of processes, procedures, and systems.

Requirements

• Knowledge of charts, specifications, and micrometers.
• 1-2 years of preferred experience.
• Proficiency in using numbers, including decimals.
• Light physical effort required, equivalent to lifting, pushing, pulling 5 to 25 pounds.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Pay

$22.09 per hour plus a 9% shift differential. The salary range for this position is $22.09 - $22.65 per hour, depending on job level, geographic location, and other factors.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM. Training hours are 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM.

About Us

We’re the world’s largest tool company, with a leading presence in engineered fastening and a rich history dating back to 1843. Our team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries impacts iconic brands like DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, and LENOX. We’re innovators in Industry 4.0, committed to advancing manufacturing through technology while ensuring environmental and social value. Join us to grow your career, access lifelong learning resources, and be part of a diverse, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture.