ID Grind Set-Up Operator - 1st (7 : 00 AM - 3 : 00 PM)

Job Description

Job Description

Grind Operator

• Maintains parts flow to machine using auto load or hand load and uses caution when hand loading
• Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations.
• Works in teams.
• Maintains the ability and knowledge to make size adjustments if needed.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
• Maintains ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to technicians, operators, supervisor, and management
• Maintains knowledge on how to change the wheel and installing guarding.
• Maintains understanding of machine controls and process control plans and Associate Gauging.
• Changes worn diamonds and rotates diamonds as needed
• Maintains adjustments on taper.
• Places work piece in hopper or fixture of automatic device.
• Replaces worn belts and makes belt adjustments
• Maintains ability to be able to move heavy baskets using pallet jacks.
• Examines and feels surface of work piece for defects.
• Must be able to understand how to power up, power down, start and stop machines.
• Troubleshoots and adjusts auto loading mechanisms
• Turns valve handle to direct flow of coolant or cutting oil against tool and work piece.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance per instructions for machine or equipment
• Follow all safety and housekeeping rules, policies, and procedures.
• Perform any other job-related duties per direction of supervisor or lead person.
• Record required information, either in written or electronic form, pertinent to production, quality, and time records.

Grind Set-up Operator

Other Skills and Abilities : Basic gauging and reading blueprints

Other Qualifications / Requirements : Must be able to use hand tools required to adequately perform job.