Grinder I 1st Shift
About The Position
The Grinder I grinds welded, machined, and fabricated parts to print requirements while meeting customer needs and departmental objectives. The role includes moving materials and products by hand or forklift for production, storage, or shipment. The employee works with a Grinder II to develop skills for advancement to the Grinder II level and works under the direct supervision of a team lead or supervisor. The position involves using manufacturing software to log into and out of jobs, inspecting work to ensure it meets quality specifications, maintaining equipment and tooling, coordinating with welders, identifying welding errors, and recommending or implementing process improvements. The employee must follow safety requirements, maintain an orderly work area, and may train others as necessary.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED, specialized training beyond high school, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine correspondence and speak effectively.
- Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions.
- General word-processing and manufacturing-software knowledge.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, pull, grip, and grasp up to 35 pounds.
- Frequently bend, twist, and reach, and stand and/or walk for up to 8–10 hours per day.
- Wear safety glasses at all times on the plant floor and wear required personal protective equipment.
Responsibilities
- Inform management of part or equipment defects so the issue can be addressed promptly.
- Use Epicor ER to log into and out of jobs.
- Inspect work and ensure it conforms to quality department specifications.
- Grind and/or vibrate parts to the required finish efficiently and productively.
- Ensure on-time delivery and quality of products for internal and external customers.
- Maintain equipment and tooling in proper working condition.
- Work closely with welders as needed to ensure product quality.
- Recommend and implement process improvements.
- Maintain housekeeping in and around the work area.
- Work cooperatively with others in groups.
- Train others as necessary.
- Follow safety rules and promptly notify management of hazardous or unsafe conditions and work-related injuries.
- Keep the work area and equipment neat and orderly.
- Find and report welding errors.
- Work under the direct supervision of a team lead or supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
