Grinding Operator - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Support and adhere to all plant safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Prepare tooling by using machinery to grind, and polish according to customer and manufacturing needs.
• Make set-ups and operate all controls on manual and/or CNC machines.
• Responsible for wheel changes, correctly breaking down the machine, and setting up rolls to be grinded.
• Do proper roll alignments. Load and adjust the programs as needed for the proper finished product.
• Consistently grind the OD of slitter knives, idlers, drivers, and lateral rolls with and without tappers.
• Have a mechanical aptitude to adjust feed and speeds, and consistently grind to tolerance.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and production activities in the designated logbooks.
• Absorb minor repairs, change the grinding wheel, and balance wheels.
• Absorb the preparation and inspection of bulk products, identifying and reporting defects such as deformation, discoloration, and misshaping.
• Follow proper communication protocols with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to address and escalate equipment or product issues promptly.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment problems and make necessary adjustments to ensure smooth operations.
• Operate various equipment, including heavy machinery, forklifts, overhead cranes, and general tools (wrenches, tape measures, hammers).
• Monitor and maintain equipment oil levels, change coolants, adjust coolant levels, replace filter paper and filter bags, and empty sludge tanks as needed.
• Participate in required training and certification programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by removing scrap, checking machines, and identifying potential hazards.
• Conduct visual inspections of strip finishes to identify grind shop defects when necessary.
• Train and mentor new operators, ensuring they are well-prepared for their roles.
• Accurately use measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, snap gauges, dial indicators, and surface testers for quality control.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the company mechanical test.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Sufficient ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of protective gear).
• Mechanical aptitude.