Centerless Grinder Operator II - Weekend Shift (Fri - Sunday)

LISI•Torrance, CA

7d•$28 - $36

About The Position

LISI AEROSPACE is an aerospace manufacturer specializing in high-tech metal components. The Centerless Grinder Operator II maximizes technical knowledge and efficiency by operating automatic and hand-feed machines to manufacture fasteners and other products. The role supports operators on the shop floor, monitors technique, quality, and productivity, and troubleshoots machining issues. The position works under limited supervision and may coach and assess operators and trainees, but has no supervisory responsibilities. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 4:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $27.73–$35.94 per hour, depending on experience, with eligibility for a $1.50-per-hour weekend shift differential. The position requires compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous-material regulations and procedures. Employees wear required personal protective equipment in designated areas and contribute to the development and promotion of the company’s health, safety, and environmental culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 10 years of equivalent combined education and work experience.
Working experience in an aerospace fastener manufacturing environment.
Advanced knowledge of grinder machinery and procedures.
Advanced technical knowledge of quality and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate different forms of correspondence and basic technical procedures.
Ability to write basic reports, instructions, and memos and to present written information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and team members.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, and standard units of measurement.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, follow written and basic diagram-format instructions, apply problem-solving techniques, handle internal and external situations, and multitask.
Advanced knowledge of SPC and departmental applications, including Shop Floor System.
Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, sit, use hand and arm movements, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and listen and speak.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus; hearing must be within the normal/average range.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear in specified areas.

Nice To Haves

At least one-year certificate from a college or technical school.
Experience with Mastercam (CAM software).

Responsibilities

Act as an additional shop-floor liaison between the supervisor and general machinists.
Assist the supervisor with assigning jobs and machines to operators; monitor technique, tooling, quality, and production quantity; and troubleshoot machining problems.
Operate and maintain three or more machines according to blueprints, specifications, work orders, and instructions.
Set up, operate, and maintain automatic and hand-feed machines; select appropriate materials and tooling, and rework tooling as needed to manufacture parts to specification.
Use measuring instruments to maintain correct part dimensions and inspect completed parts against blueprints and specifications.
Recognize improper machine functioning, make necessary adjustments, perform minor repairs, and determine corrective actions to improve quality and tooling life.
Write maintenance work orders when required and report machine maintenance issues to the lead person or supervisor.
Coordinate staffing and assign and schedule work to operators and machinists with the lead person or supervisor.
Represent Factory/Department manufacturing on cross-functional teams or in-house committees.
Provide daily direction, training, and assessment to assigned peers; document assessment results, achieved skills, and further development recommendations.
Assist leads with developing, training, observing, and assessing operators to improve production efficiency, skills, responsibilities, and knowledge.
Report discrepancies, safety violations, equipment misuse, and improperly performed work to the supervisor; provide input and feedback when appropriate.
Complete jobs while frequently checking machine operation and ensuring safety initiatives are followed.
Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks to specification, use Mastercam and Shop Floor Systems, and apply advanced technical knowledge of blueprints, shop tools, measuring tools, and centerless grinder troubleshooting.
Verify safety guards are properly placed and follow safety procedures and applicable company and governmental requirements.
Implement management direction and suggest waste-elimination initiatives, including recycling opportunities.
Attend required training, follow HSE policies and procedures, report suspected nonconformance, and seek opportunities to improve HSE performance.
Participate in HSE analyses and working groups upon request; report or correct risky situations where possible and propose improvements to working conditions and environmental impact.
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.