Precision Surface Grinder 1

SUMMARY

This entry level position is responsible as an individual or in a team for the manufacturing of quality components in a timely, routine manner, under the direction of the Component Grinding Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Precision Surface Grinder 1 (PSG1)

• The incumbent is responsible for grinding/manufacture assigned job to expected quality specifications with the assistance of a Lead Surface Grinder (LSG), PSG2, PSG3, or Component Grinding Supervisor.
• Follows procedures, utilizes a listening ability, gains experience and knowledge to safely manufacture dies, parts, and spare parts in a timely manner consistent with quality and SOP (“Standard Operating Procedure”) requirements.
• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product with the assistance of a PSG3, LSG or Component Grinding Supervisor to determine materials required and fixturing to be used to fabricate parts.
• With the assistance of LSG or Component Grinding Supervisor selects proper abrasives to be used to manufacture various steels, powdered metals, and carbide.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines grinding method and sequence of operations with the training and assistance of LSG or Component Grinding Supervisor.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for grinding, as trained by LSG or Component Grinding Supervisor.
• Obtain knowledge to setup and use dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, sin bars, planers gage.
• Inspect parts before grinding to check for chips or cracks.
• Has the ability to consistently hold tolerances of .001”
• Maintains all acceptable surface finishes per the function of the part as advised by LSG or Component Grinding Supervisor.
• Assists PSG2 or PSG3 in performing required preventive maintenance on assigned machine(s), as needed.
• Assists PSG2 or PSG3 in troubleshooting or diagnosing problems in equipment and systems.
• Verifies dimensions, stock allowance, and conformity as trained.
• Investigates problems that arise while performing a job and applies problem solving techniques to attempt to resolve problems.
• Maintains focus on productivity, maximizing uptime.
• Completes required paperwork accurately and efficiently to verify work. Records how much time is spent on each job accurately.
• Properly tracks time worked using required methods and systems as trained.
• Participates in training and cross training efforts, as assigned.
• Required to take a basic blueprint training course.

General

• Embraces and participates in JV’s Safety culture, always keeping Safety as the #1 priority.  Conforms to and follows all safety rules, production, and quality directives.  Maintains cleanliness of work area to meet JV standards.
• Must be able to communicate through written, verbal, or other means of communication.
• Reports any incidents that have occurred in a timely fashion and participates in investigations, as required (i.e., safety, spills, accidents, productivity/workflow).
• Makes suggestions, demonstrates a questioning attitude and is supportive and open minded to new and existing ideas/initiatives. 
• Maintains positive and supportive employee relations through continuous communication with all colleagues. 
• Filing, inventory, administrative, tasks, security, auditing, housekeeping, painting, inspections, telephone calls, ordering, shipping, training, mentoring, updating safety data sheets, and any other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties and assignments, as deemed necessary, to support JV’s dynamic business and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES  

Education -- High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience – Exposed to Manufacturing or has technical work knowledge.

Technology

o   Basic computer skills, including use and navigation of internet/intranet. 

o   Ability to understand and apply appropriate usage of technology in a work environment including virus prevention. 

Knowledge and Competencies – See Appendix A (last page)

o   Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

o   Interacts well with customers, vendors, and co-workers from all levels of the organization, when applicable.

o   Motivated and willing to learn.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of reading a blueprint
• Demonstrated math skills in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally working within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. 
• This position is considered safety sensitive, due to operating machinery and equipment.
• The work week is a minimum of 40 hours.  There is additional requested overtime as business and operational needs necessitate. Required work hours, schedules and shifts are subject to change based upon business necessity.  Required reliable transportation applies to all shifts, as assigned.
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• This role does not require the use of personal electronic devices, however, must conform to multi-factoring authentication (MFA) on any device that uploads JVM electronic applications.
• Noise level varies throughout the different work areas.  Must wear appropriate PPE, as required, in work area(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

General – Physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement; ability to climb unusual heights on ladders, to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS   

• Competitive and Overtime Pay
• 15% Shift Differential 
• Medical Insurance (JV fully funds, no premiums paid) 
• Dental & Vision Insurance at Low Costs 
• Medical Benefit Opt - Out With Reimbursement Program 
• Short- & Long-Term Disability 
• 401K Retirement Plan (Employer Match) 
• Yearly Bonus Program 
• PTO and Paid Holidays 

ADDITIONAL BENEFIT OFFERINGS    

• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Service and Identity Theft 
• 529 College Savings Plan 
• Accidental, Hospital, Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance 
• Training and Educational Assistance/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Apprenticeship Program
• Local Credit Union Sponsorship 
• Safety Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement (JV funds half) 
• Tool Purchase Program 
• Shop Coats at No Cost 

ADDITIONAL BENEFIT OFFERINGS    

• 15% Discount Off All Purchases at Dunham's Sports
• 10% Group Discount at Highland Tire
• Supplier Discount with Chrysler, Fiat, and Dodge 
• Food Trucks On Site