Grinder - Level 1

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Paramount, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Utilizing a large swing grinder and/or a small hand grinder, grinders will condition parts for defect removal. They are responsible for grinding and smoothing surfaces of parts, prior to finishing operations. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: Safety adherence; to include all forklift safety policies Preventative Maintenance Schedule Adherence Ability to handle parts without damaging people, parts or property Timely and accurate record keeping ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements. Perform all duties in a safe and collaborative manner and immediately report any potentially dangerous conditions or other safety concerns to a supervisor. Promote and comply with good safety practices and habits, including but not limited to, use of all PPE, ensuring guards and safety features are working. Examines and feels surface of work piece for defects. Removal of defects and/or sharp edges. Inspects tooling and equipment prior to use to ensure it is in proper working condition; immediately resolves issues as required. Selects grade of abrasive belt, wheel, or disk according to specifications, knowledge of abrasives, and condition of metal, and attaches to grinder. Starts grinder and moves it over surface of work piece to remove scratches, laminated metal, excess weld material, and burs. Polishes ground areas with finer abrasive to produce smooth, unmarred surface. Replaces worn abrasive disks, wheels, and belts. Maintains a safe and organized workstation and follows all company policy, safety and procedures. Maintain accurate and timely daily work logs, equipment maintenance records, and other documents as required. Assists in keeping equipment and working area clean and orderly. Communicate with internal customers, fellow associates, supervisors and management as required. Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Ability to obtain and maintain valid forklift certification as required
Proven engagement in safety requirements
Ability to work in a non-temperature controlled environment, with exposure to dust and fumes
Basic skills in reading and understanding manufacturing documents, such as POs and work instructions in English
Ability to follow standard machine operating procedures
Attention to detail
Ability to measure parts using standard measuring devices, including a tape measure
Ability to record and enter operations data as required
Ability to follow preventative maintenance process
Ability to troubleshoot problems and take initiative to correct or seek immediate assistance.
Drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results
Sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a variety of simultaneous projects
Team Mentality
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Ability to work overtime on short notice, including weekends, as needed

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six (6) months related experience in a manufacturing setting or industrial environment preferred
Knowledge of metal work process a plus
Forklift and overhead crane experience a plus

Responsibilities

Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements.
Perform all duties in a safe and collaborative manner and immediately report any potentially dangerous conditions or other safety concerns to a supervisor.
Promote and comply with good safety practices and habits, including but not limited to, use of all PPE, ensuring guards and safety features are working.
Examines and feels surface of work piece for defects.
Removal of defects and/or sharp edges.
Inspects tooling and equipment prior to use to ensure it is in proper working condition; immediately resolves issues as required.
Selects grade of abrasive belt, wheel, or disk according to specifications, knowledge of abrasives, and condition of metal, and attaches to grinder.
Starts grinder and moves it over surface of work piece to remove scratches, laminated metal, excess weld material, and burs.
Polishes ground areas with finer abrasive to produce smooth, unmarred surface.
Replaces worn abrasive disks, wheels, and belts.
Maintains a safe and organized workstation and follows all company policy, safety and procedures.
Maintain accurate and timely daily work logs, equipment maintenance records, and other documents as required.
Assists in keeping equipment and working area clean and orderly.
Communicate with internal customers, fellow associates, supervisors and management as required.
Performs other tasks as assigned.