Cutoff Operator (5:00am to 1:30pm)

Cutoff Operator 500am to 130pm • Blue Island, IL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive. Cutoff Operator General Summary: Operates one or more types of chipping, grinding and cutting equipment in removing undesirable projections or surplus metal (fins, burrs, gates and risers) from sand castings.

Requirements

• Must be able to safety use small hand and power tools
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions and effectively communicate with supervisor regarding manufacturing processes
• Must have ability to operate a variety of machinery
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.

Nice To Haves

• 6+ months experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable
• experience in a foundry is preferred

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate band saw, abrasive saw, sand grinder, belt grinder and portable pneumatic grinding tools
• Uses of a variety of hand tools including hammers, cold chisels and files
• May also require the operation and/or loading of the blast cleaning machine
• Reports production quantities and items for each work order
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of machine operator tasks as needed
• Inspect all work for defects prior to passing it on to the next operation
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms

Benefits

• G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
• G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED