Glass Polish Machine Operator- 4th Shift

Honeywell Aerospace•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Glass Polish Machine Operator sets up, operates, and maintains miscellaneous machines and performs required checks to maintain quality. The role involves working in a machine shop and a work-cell environment, with a focus on high-quality work. Equipment includes polishing, lapping, and grinding machines. The operator handles glass placed on polishing tables for grinding, measures parts to ensure they meet specifications (down to .0001), and understands polishing material-removal rates. The position may also require training another operator. The schedule is the 4th shift: Sunday and Thursday, 10 p.m.–6 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 p.m.–10 a.m. The schedule does not include mandated overtime, and training may take place on a different shift. The listed hourly pay is $33.52, not including any applicable shift differential. Candidates must be U.S. persons and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Proven experience as a machine shop manager or in a similar role.
At least 6 years of experience with machining processes and equipment.
Excellent leadership and team-management skills.
Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
Good understanding of quality-control principles.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Two years of relevant work experience or equivalent education or vocational training.
Typical dexterity to set up and operate miscellaneous equipment.
Must be able to work with coolant and oil materials.
Must wear safety glasses with side shields.
Average to heavy weight lifting is required.
Must be a U.S. person and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Experience implementing lean manufacturing principles.
Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
Continuous-learning mindset and willingness to adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and maintain machines such as grinders and polish tables, following prescribed procedures and standard shop practices.
Handle glass placed on polishing tables for grinding.
Measure parts to ensure they meet specifications and understand the rate of material removal during polishing.
Use judgment to set up machines, make and check parts, maintain quality standards, and report problems to the Group Leader and/or Supervisor for analysis and resolution.
May train another operator.
Participate in activities including Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Knowledge Sharing.