Production Grinder

About the Role

This position is responsible for meeting standard procedures related to removing positive material (gates, welds) and removing indications. The role involves blending or grinding Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI), X-Ray, and In-Process Visual blending as indicated.

Responsibilities

• Perform grinding work in a safe, productive, and efficient manner on all in-process castings.
• Ensure travelers, rework cards, and discrepancy tags are properly completed.
• Maintain accurate documentation; organize time efficiently while focusing on priorities.
• Blend difficult radius to gages and blend gates flush.
• Accurately mark parts for welding operation.
• Understand the operations and flow of parts through the process.
• Adhere to safety rules, safely operate all equipment and tools, and identify and report any safety problems.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workstation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work well with limited supervision.
• Ability to lead others, answer questions pertaining to the job and process, including training new hires.
• Work in a safe, conscientious manner and adhere to safety rules.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with co-workers and supervisors.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hands.
• Ability to work varying shifts as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work with hand and power tools consistently throughout the day.
• Must be able to write, read reports and work instructions, and demonstrate basic computer and program navigation.
• Must have the ability to stoop, bend, and reach different areas of parts to perform daily job functions.
• Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force to lift and move castings for short distances.