Grinder

Description

At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond advanced engineering equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Summary:

Grinds machine parts to print specifications. Operates surface grinders proficiently to obtain required thicknesses. Adhere to print surface requirements on all parts processed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Studies basic prints, sketches, and drawings
• Operates crane safely for moving and picking up material
• Operates grinder machine and reads depth gauges within .005”
• Reads tape measure within .032”
• Performs self-inspections
• Determines alloys by recognizing different types of steel and how they affect grinding
• Follows routed instructions to ensure part is manufactured correctly
• Follows all Safety and Company policies and procedures including PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Participates in Continuous Improvement efforts
• Participates in applicable SOP and SWI training
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:

Knowledge-

1. LEAN Principles

Skills-

1. Proficiency in operating surface grinders to meeting thickness specifications and surface finish requirements
2. Ability to read depth gauges within .005” and tape measures within .032”
3. Basic project and process management skills, including the ability to follow Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and routed instructions
4. Basic computer skills for following dispatch lists and using time clock systems
5. Basic equipment operation, including hand tools and machine tools, as well as changing grinding stones and maintaining equipment
6. Basic understanding of prints, sketches, and drawings
7. Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
8. Basic written and oral communication skills for interacting with team members and supervisor

Abilities-

1. Ability to operate cranes safely for material handling
2. Ability to perform self-inspections and maintain quality control standards
3. Ability to provide and maintain personal tools required for the job, such as depth gauges, dial calipers, micrometers, and a calculator
4. Foster and work within a team environment
5. Actively participates in safety programs and complies with all safety policies
6. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
7. Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects at one time
8. Maintains a clean and safe work area
9. Displays attention to detail and consistently follows Standard Work Instructions (when available) when completing tasks
10. Communicates well with peers, supervisor, customers, vendors, and other departments
11. Actively participates in 6S and other Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts

Education and/or Experience:   

1. High School Diploma required
2. 1 year experience preferred

Industrial Exposure:

Noise, Vibration, Close Proximity to Moving Parts, Electrical Currents, Dust, Dirt, Solvents, Oils, Cutting Fluids, Welding and Burning Smoke, Flying Debris.

Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com

Qualifications

Salary : $22 - $25