Polishing Operator 2nd Shift

About the role

Performs diversified polishing operations to achieve proper surface finish to produce finished cemented carbide and ceramic parts as per drawing requirements targeting the beverage canning industry. Perform a variety of inspection to ensure quality standards. The Polisher must have a “Safety First” mindset and will ensure that Hyperion M&T conforms to all applicable safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Interprets drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Reviews specifications to determine polishing sequence and dimensions of finished work piece.
• Selects proper grade of diamond compound to achieve required surface finish.
• Setup and operate polishing machine when required using the proper fixtures and polishing tapes according to instructions.
• Performs pre, in-process and post inspection and gauging operations to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
• Records readings as necessary in inspection software.
• Demonstrate ownership of housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Adhere to documented Standard Work, Work Instructions, and applicable JSA documents.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained.
• Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Technical reading and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Detail oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team-oriented skills and behaviors.
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision and be able to interact with.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Required to sit while polishing.
• Frequently lift with assistance and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.