Grind Operator - 1st Shift

About The Role

Amsted Automotive, Cold Form & Finishing, business unit is seeking an experienced 1st shift (6:00 AM - 4:00 PM) Grind Operator. This role will perform duties to set up and operate twin-grip grinding machines. Work from instructions, prints and process specifications.

What You’ll Do

• Perform duties to successfully operate all centerless grinders.
• Independently set up and operate grinders and operate miscellaneous grinding equipment.
• Troubleshoot all operations.
• Accurately and independently read and interpret blueprints and shop forms.
• Prepare statistical process control charts (SPC) and interpret results.
• Properly gauge production to specific tolerances.
• Maintain quality of output.
• Use on-line and electronic gauging, material handling equipment and hand tools.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance on machines as required. Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Use various testing devices and chemicals according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Perform material moving activities using equipment, including forklifts, according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Follow all safety rules and keep the work area clean and in orderly conditions.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Be responsible and accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Efficient at performing all mechanical process functions of the work center without technical assistance.
• Understand and performs ISO 14001 work instructions as identified in, “ISO 14001 Work Instruction Assignments”.
• Understand and perform to the Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED with experience or vocational/technical certification required.
• Knows the proper operation of machine (start, stop or jogging), visual check of parts for quality.
• Ability to perform minor basic machine preventive maintenance.
• Ability to change thread dies as well as perform adjustments as needed.
• Ability to identify proper leads on fingers and identify broken/worn tools upon inspection of progressions.
• Ability to properly load stock material onto machines, operate hi-lo to move parts.
• Performs tasks with minimal supervision.
• Quality, safety and environmentally focused.
  
  

What’s In It For You

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs
  
  

What Else You'll Need To Know

• Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping and performing repetitive motion tasks
• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds frequently
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise
• Must be able to work necessary overtime if required
  
  

Experience Required

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  
  

Preferred

• 1 - 2 years: Forklift operation, blueprint reading and SPC.
  
  

Behaviors Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  
  

Motivations Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
  
  

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