Qualified Operator II

About the Role

Performs diversified grinding operations to achieve the dimensions and shapes required to produce finished cemented carbide parts as per drawing requirements targeting the beverage canning industry. Conducts a variety of inspections to ensure quality standards. Maintains a "Safety First" mindset to ensure compliance with all applicable safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Interprets drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Reviews specifications to determine the dimensions of finished work piece.
• Selects proper wheel to achieve required surface finish.
• Sets up and operates OD machine using the proper fixtures and wheels 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.
• Demonstrates ownership of housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Adheres to documented Standard Work, Work Instructions, and applicable JSA documents.
• Assures product and process quality measures are maintained.
• Communicates quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.
• Uses production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintains accurate throughput and quality records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Accurately uses micrometers and other quality inspection equipment.
• Interprets complicated drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Ability to read at a technical level and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal, cooperative, and team-oriented skills.
• Proven independent performer needing minimal supervision; able to interact effectively with others.

Skills

• Ability to balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Available to work overtime during periods of high order volume, including weekends.
• Ability to follow procedures and multi-task, running multiple machines.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift with assistance and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Travel is generally not required.