SUMMARY: Operate, direct, and oversee the grating manufacturing process to ensure proper spacing and piece size, to the correct dimensions, tolerances, and other specifications as defined on a job traveler. This process will include working with several others as part of a team and will require the ability to coordinate, communicate, and work well with others. Work is reviewed by a supervisor to ensure quality and accuracy.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time, with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review job travelers and identify what material, process, and press or machine are needed to perform the requirements of the traveler.
• Communicate effectively with and work well with others, including, but not limited to, during shift changes.
• Follow all work instructions, operating procedures, and safety requirements
• Assembles work and assists production lines, assist with setups and changeovers.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and time sheets to properly manage inventory and job cost.
• Keep personal and common work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties and cross-train as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, AND PROFICIENCIES A High School diploma or equivalent is required. The candidate must be able to read and interpret documents such as job travelers, procedures and instructions; add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide by 10s and 100s without a calculator. The candidate must be able to read a tape measure and will be a well-organized, self-directed team player. The candidate must have the ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and various hand and power tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee engages in repetitive movement tasks that require the employee to stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, grasp, push and pull grating material of various size and weights for long periods of time. The employee will regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Such tasks must be undertaken using proper lifting techniques and may be performed with help from another employee and/or other available resources (e.g. lifting or moving equipment).

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the essential duties of this job the employee is regularly working on the production floor. The work environment requires the use of Proper Protective Equipment (PPE). Exposure to noise, dust, heat and cold on a regular basis. Exposure to machine and tool hazards requiring care and attention to safety rules and standards.

EEO STATEMENT: Our company is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.