Polish/Buff Line Operator - 1st Shift

Combined Metals Company, LLC•Bellwood, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Combined Metals is a premier North American processor and specialty strip and wire distributor built through 50 years of growth and acquisition. Combined Metals is North America's largest independent processor and distributor of specialty strips and wire. Combined Metals has nine service centers supporting over 3,000 customers in the Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear, Medical, Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Electrification, Automotive, and Consumer industries. Decades of quality and reliability have made Combined Metals™ a chosen source in performance applications.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods
Attention to detail and ability to identify flaws
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
Problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues with machinery
Time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to adapt to changes in production processes and procedures

Responsibilities

Measure finish requirements to verify conformance to specifications.
Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
Operate polishing/buffing equipment.
Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
Review drawings or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Select production equipment according to product specifications.
Operate welding equipment.
Apply lubricants or coolants to coils as required.
Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
Load coils onto production equipment.
Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
Notify supervisor of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
Repair production equipment or tools.
Replace worn equipment components.
Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
Feed coils into or through equipment.
Train new operators as required.
Other duties as assigned.