What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grind Operator position at Amsted Automotive?
ABOUT THE ROLE
Amsted Automotive Group, 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
