Grinder Operator

Job Responsibilities and Tasks

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

Qualification Requirements

• Seeking a grinder with at least 3 – 5 years’ of manual machining experience.
• 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 mechanical experience with good working knowledge 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 12 hour shift on concrete floor.
• Ability to train for operation of all machines.