Operator, Grinding

Key Responsibilities

• Debur, buff or polish materials to specifications
• Examine materials to ensure conformance to established standards
• Verify quality of finished workpieces by inspecting them, comparing them to templates, measuring their dimensions, or testing them in working machinery
• Select files or other abrasives, according to materials, sizes and shapes of workpieces, amount of stock to be removed, finishes specified, and steps in finishing processes
• Measure and mark equipment, objects, or parts to ensure grinding and polishing standards are met
• Saw/Heat treat and sandblast parts
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to loud noises, machinery with moving parts
• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (face shield, ear plugs, safety shoes, and long sleeve or sleeved apron)
• Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50lbs occasionally without assistance

Minimum Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Have working knowledge of computers
• Have good mechanical aptitude
• Be self-motivated
• Be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Be able to understand and effectively communicate in the English language