Grinder Operator - Production 2nd shift (Manufacturing)
Essential Functions -
- Operate cranes and hoists effectively and safely, transporting castings to and from machines using an air hoist and/or cranes.
- Remove excess metal from castings using pneumatic hand grinding or stand grinding equipment.
- Inspect the castings to ensure quality.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections on the tools and production equipment daily to ensure safe operating condition.
- Communicate with other grinders, forklift drivers and machinists to increase the flow of product to the Finish Department.
- Complete production requirements on a daily and weekly basis.
- Become trained in Lock-out/Tag-out and other applicable safety programs if required.
- Lift and move parts and objects weighing up to 100 lbs.; frequently moves and positions parts and objects weighing up to 100 lbs. in difficult work positions.
- Use hand tools such as hammers, pry-bars, wrenches etc. safety and properly.
- Stack parts properly and safely on floor or skids as directed.
- Inspect hooks, slings, chains, cranes and hoists to make sure they are in safe operating condition and lifting devices are not used in excess of weight limits.
- Inspect grinders and other tools to ensure they are in safe operating condition.
- Perform and assist with general housekeeping and cleaning of area, department and plant on a daily basis.
- Keep work area clean, organized and in safe condition.
- Other activities as may be assigned in order to maintain production requirements of the department or plant. Work assignments will be made at the discretion of management.
Qualifications –
- Must be able to read, communicate and understand instructions in the English language
- Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time
- Must actively engage in safe working practices
- Must be able to tolerate hot working conditions and a loud environment
- Must be comfortable working in small spaces
- Previous experience utilizing basic hand tools, hoists, and tape measure preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Must be at least 18 years old to apply
- Previous foundry experience a plus
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Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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