Production Grinder - Deer Creek (Portland, OR)

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Milwaukie, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Grinder is responsible for removing gating material, and blending and grinding casting surfaces to meet customer specifications. This role involves finishing grinding to ensure surfaces meet dimensional tolerances by removing the minimum amount of metal necessary. The position also emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and may involve minor maintenance, record-keeping, and training of other grinders.

Requirements

Grinding skills and working knowledge of grinding tools, equipment, and materials.
Ability to follow instructions, read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow specifications on Tech Cards.
Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds and occasionally up to eighty pounds.
Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.
Individuals may have contact with or be required to handle hazardous waste.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of training and work experience.

Responsibilities

Reviews tech cards and blueprints to determine grinding requirements.
Determines stock removal requirements and tolerances for removal of gate material or other added metal stock.
Determines acceptance limits for grinding and blending defects.
Uses counter-balanced belt grinders, fixed grinders, held-held grinders, air tools, and hand tools including files and mirrors to grind and polish casting areas.
Wears required protective shields, clothing, wrist supports, glasses and gloves during grinding operations.
Visually inspects castings during grinding operations to assure compliance with specifications.
Makes dimensional measurements on specified parts to assure compliance with specifications; marks undersized areas for further inspection.
Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
Safely operates all equipment and tools.
Identifies and reports safety problems.
May be required to handle hazardous waste.
Performs minor maintenance and changes belts on equipment.
Completes logs and records.
Performs other tasks as directed.
May provide training and work direction to B-level grinders.