Position Title: Grinder
Wage: $18.00 - $19.00/hour
Shift: 2nd
Hours: 3:00pm – 11:30pm
Join this close-knit manufacturing family in Beaver Dam, WI where precision meets passion. In this role, you'll be the heartbeat of our spring production, ensuring each piece meets our exacting standards. Embrace the warmth of our small family atmosphere while enjoying comprehensive benefits like health, dental, and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, and exclusive employee discounts. Your dedication extends far beyond the workshop floor, shaping the future of our thriving industry with every precision grind. It shapes the future of our thriving industry, backed by support that feels like home.
Position Overview:
As a Grinder, you will play a crucial role in the production process by preparing metal surfaces for welding, painting, or finishing. You will operate various grinding equipment and tools to achieve specified dimensions, smoothness, and surface quality on metal components. Attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to quality are essential for success in this role.
Grinder Responsibilities:
- Operate grinding machines and tools to remove excess material, burrs, weld spatter, and surface imperfections from metal components according to specifications
- Set up and adjust grinding machines to achieve desired results, including selecting appropriate grinding wheels and adjusting machine controls
- Inspect workpieces for defects or irregularities before and after grinding operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards
- Measure dimensions of workpieces using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges to verify conformance to specifications
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area, including proper disposal of grinding debris and waste materials
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep grinding machines in optimal working condition
- Document work activities, including production quantities, inspection results, and any issues encountered during the grinding process
Requirements for Grinder:
- High School Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing environment preferred
- Proficiency in operating grinding machines and tools, with knowledge of different types of abrasives and grinding techniques
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, or work instructions
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Physical stamina and dexterity to stand for extended periods, lift heavy materials, and perform repetitive tasks
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety regulations and procedures
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in the metal fabrication industry
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