Grinder Operator

About the role

This employee will operate a grinder in order to meet customer specifications on the product. This is a union, hourly position located in Torrington, Connecticut, USA.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding machine (30” wheel). Select grinding wheels (30” dia.) according to knowledge of metal properties and abrasives.
• Grind roll up to 2,000mm diameter, 14,000mm length.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize work.
• Read work order and production schedules to determine specifications.
• Perform wheel changes and mount wheels to hub.
• Make roll measurements and roll track measurements, maintaining close tolerance (microns).
• Use and maintain a variety of precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Check roll diameters, hardness, and smoothness.
• Remove dummy heads and select drivers and shoes for job.
• Perform daily machine and equipment maintenance, including routine oil and filter changes, greasing machine, and maintain equipment service records.
• Attention to detail and good work ethic.
• Complete daily paperwork.
• Follow good housekeeping practices; keep area clean and organized.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of manual machining experience as a grinder.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and use tape measures, calipers, and micrometers, including metric measurements.
• Familiarity with run out, taper, surface finish, tolerance, and blueprint reading.
• Computer skills required for communication and work creation purposes.
• Good mechanical aptitude and experience with powered hand tools.
• Some knowledge of hydraulics helpful.
• Experience using lift trucks and overhead cranes desired.
• Must be able to lift 50–60 lbs. and work up to a 12-hour shift on a concrete floor.
• Ability to train for operation of all machines.