OD / ID Grinder Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Grind Operator – Houston, TX 77003

Employer : Confidential Industrial Manufacturer (Felony-Friendly Employer

Job Purpose : Process new and damaged cylindrical components to meet customer specifications and tolerances.

Location

Houston, TX 77003

Felony-Friendly Employer Policy

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing second chances. Applicants with felony convictions are encouraged to apply; however, no theft or violence-related convictions will be accepted.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Operate manual OD and / or ID grinding machines with precision and consistency.
• Use necessary hand tools and precision instruments to grind parts to required specifications.
• Must specify which machines you have hands-on experience with (e.g., Cincinnati, Landis, Norton, Okamoto, Toyoda, etc.).
• Read and interpret micrometers, blueprints, and work order travelers.
• Complete all written documentation, entries, and signatures as required by the work order traveler.
• Immediately report any part or process deviations to the supervisor or quality inspector.
• Perform basic liquid penetrant examinations as required by the work order traveler.
• Safely operate jib and overhead cranes.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on assigned equipment (check lubricant levels, clean, inspect, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times.
• Participate in on-the-job training and demonstrate continuous improvement toward independent operation.
• Must be able to read and understand English for documentation and drawings.
• Experienced Operators : Minimum one (1) year of grinding or related machining experience.
• Trainee Operators : Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Trainees will receive at least four (4) weeks of supervised instruction.
• Instructor will determine readiness for independent machine operation.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain required personal hand tools.
• Company offers a payroll-deduction tool purchase program until the balance is satisfied.

Compensation & Pay Scale

Hourly pay is based on skill level and performance evaluation.

Skill Level- Hourly Rate

EXPERT$37.00

SPEC+$35.00

SPECIALIST$33.00

TECH+$31.00

TECH$29.50

A+$27.50

A$26.00

B+$24.00

B$22.50

C+$21.25

C$20.00

Pay rate determined by demonstrated skill, experience, and performance reviews.

Training & Evaluation

Evaluation method : On-the-job observation over a minimum of four (4) weeks.

Continuous performance monitoring to ensure compliance with production standards and safety.