Grinding Machine Operator

Applied Aerospace & Defense•Newington, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Set up grinding machine according to blueprint or other specifications. Must be able to operate a 4 or 5 axis CNC Machine. Grind flat, cylindrical or internal surfaces to specified size and finish. Set ups may be complex, dimensions highly accurate, and fine finishes. Selects proper abrasive wheel, determine speed and feed and applies lubricant when required. Must be capable and willing to identify opportunities for improvement. Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action. Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement. Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions. Must be capable and willing to assist or train other employees as needed. Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate. May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.

Requirements

Ability to operate a 4 or 5 axis CNC Machine.
Skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material.
Ability to maintain a consistent level of high quality work.
Ability to identify non-conformances at time of occurrence.
Ability to recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management.
Ability to work safely at all times.
Ability to participate in safety improvement initiatives.
Willingness to assist or train other employees as needed.
Ability to refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to identify opportunities for improvement.
Active participation in Continuous Improvement projects (5S, TPM, kaizen events, set-up reduction events).

Responsibilities

Set up grinding machine according to blueprint or other specifications.
Operate a 4 or 5 axis CNC Machine.
Grind flat, cylindrical or internal surfaces to specified size and finish.
Select proper abrasive wheel, determine speed and feed and applies lubricant when required.
Identify opportunities for improvement.
Eliminate errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work.
Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence.
Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects (e.g., 5S, TPM, kaizen events, set-up reduction events).
Work safely at all times.
Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
Assist or train other employees as needed.
Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate.
Carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description, in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.