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

LISI Aerospace•Torrance, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Centerless Grinder Operator II operates and maintains automatic and hand-feed centerless grinding machines to manufacture fasteners and other products according to blueprints, specifications, work orders, and instructions. The role uses advanced technical knowledge to set up jobs, select materials and tooling, maintain part dimensions, inspect finished products, troubleshoot machine and machining issues, and support quality and production goals. The operator works under limited supervision and may coordinate job assignments, provide technical guidance and training to operators and trainees, and serve as a liaison between the shop floor and supervisors. The role also requires adherence to company and government health, safety, and environmental requirements, and participation in initiatives to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction. This position is scheduled 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.

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 present written information effectively.
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts and calculations, including arithmetic, ratios, and standard units of measurement.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, follow written and basic diagrammatic instructions, apply problem-solving techniques, handle internal and external situations, and multitask.
Advanced knowledge of SPC and departmental applications such as Shop Floor System.
Ability to stand for extended periods; walk and sit; use hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and hands and arms for handling and reaching; 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 the ability to adjust focus; hearing must be within the normal or average range.
Ability to comply with company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous-materials requirements and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

A minimum one-year certificate from a college or technical school is preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of Mastercam (CAM software).

Responsibilities

Operate, set up, and maintain automatic and hand-feed grinding machines according to blueprints, specifications, work orders, and instructions.
Select appropriate materials and tooling; check and rework tooling as needed to produce parts to print specifications.
Operate and maintain at least three machines and monitor machine operation throughout production.
Use measuring instruments, including micrometers, comparators, calipers, and gauges, to maintain part dimensions and inspect completed parts.
Recognize improper machine function, make necessary adjustments, perform minor repairs, and determine corrective actions to improve quality and tooling life.
Troubleshoot machining problems and assist operators with machine issues.
Coordinate job and machine assignments, monitor operators’ techniques, tooling, quality, and production quantity, and help schedule work with the lead person or supervisor.
Report discrepancies, maintenance issues, safety violations, equipment misuse, and improperly performed work to the appropriate supervisor or lead person.
Provide daily direction, technical coaching, training, and assessment to assigned peers, trainees, and operators; document required development assessments.
Represent the department on cross-functional teams or in-house committees.
Follow safety procedures, verify proper placement of safety guards, wear required personal protective equipment, and comply with company and governmental HSE requirements.
Participate in HSE activities, risk or incident analyses, and working groups when requested; report unsafe or environmentally risky conditions and suggest preventive improvements.
Identify and suggest waste-elimination and process-improvement opportunities, including recycling opportunities.
Complete other assigned tasks and duties.