Grind Set Up Operator

RBC•Hartsville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary: Operates grinding machines to grind internal diameter surfaces on metal objects to specifications by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Grind Operator Maintains parts flow to machine using auto load or hand load and uses caution when hand loading Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations. Works in teams. Maintains the ability and knowledge to make size adjustments if needed. Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers. Maintains ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to technicians, operators, supervisor, and management Maintains knowledge on how to change the wheel and installing guarding. Maintains understanding of machine controls and process control plans and Associate Gauging. Changes worn diamonds and rotates diamonds as needed Maintains adjustments on taper. Places work piece in hopper or fixture of automatic device. Replaces worn belts and makes belt adjustments Maintains ability to be able to move heavy baskets using pallet jacks. Examines and feels surface of work piece for defects. Must be able to understand how to power up, power down, start and stop machines. Troubleshoots and adjusts auto loading mechanisms Turns valve handle to direct flow of coolant or cutting oil against tool and work piece. Perform daily inspections on equipment Perform preventive maintenance per instructions for machine or equipment Follow all safety and housekeeping rules, policies, and procedures. Perform any other job-related duties per direction of supervisor or lead person. Record required information, either in written or electronic form, pertinent to production, quality, and time records. Grind Set-up Operator Must be Grind Operator qualified Troubleshoots and repairs equipment as needed. Moves controls to position tool and work pieces in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and depth of cut. Selects positions of machine to insure product being made meets specifications. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification. Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Must have High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and minimum one to three months related experience and/or training. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Other Skills and Abilities: Basic gauging and reading blueprints Other Qualifications/Requirements: Must be able to use hand tools required to adequately perform job. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The nois

Requirements

Must have High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum one to three months related experience and/or training
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Basic gauging and reading blueprints
Must be able to use hand tools required to adequately perform job

Responsibilities

Operates grinding machines to grind internal diameter surfaces on metal objects to specifications
Maintains parts flow to machine using auto load or hand load and uses caution when hand loading
Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations
Works in teams
Maintains the ability and knowledge to make size adjustments if needed
Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers
Maintains ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to technicians, operators, supervisor, and management
Maintains knowledge on how to change the wheel and installing guarding
Maintains understanding of machine controls and process control plans and Associate Gauging
Changes worn diamonds and rotates diamonds as needed
Maintains adjustments on taper
Places work piece in hopper or fixture of automatic device
Replaces worn belts and makes belt adjustments
Maintains ability to be able to move heavy baskets using pallet jacks
Examines and feels surface of work piece for defects
Must be able to understand how to power up, power down, start and stop machines
Troubleshoots and adjusts auto loading mechanisms
Turns valve handle to direct flow of coolant or cutting oil against tool and work piece
Perform daily inspections on equipment
Perform preventive maintenance per instructions for machine or equipment
Follow all safety and housekeeping rules, policies, and procedures
Perform any other job-related duties per direction of supervisor or lead person
Record required information, either in written or electronic form, pertinent to production, quality, and time records
Must be Grind Operator qualified
Troubleshoots and repairs equipment as needed
Moves controls to position tool and work pieces in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and depth of cut
Selects positions of machine to insure product being made meets specifications