About this role
Summary
Ability to operate and run to standard Process Equipment and Offline Equipment, such as Studer, Okamoto ID/OD grinders, sandblasting, Brown& Sharp surface grinder etc. while adhering to strict quality, cost and delivery objectives for assigned projects. Maintain a safe working environment per OSHA standards throughout the plant and assist in implementing any required updated safety regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super-abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.
- Operate automated machinery, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment.
- Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.
- Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, CMM and visual standards.
- Perform minor tooling changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty tooling setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.
- Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.
- Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.
- Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.
- Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.
Qualifications
- Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision
- Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
- Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.
- Walking and standing on the shop floor for extended periods throughout the day.
- Lifting and transport of materials (up to -40 lbs).
- Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
- Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
- Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.
- Basic computer competency (email, data entry into Material Mgmt. Systems, log notes in MSWord)
- MUST be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.
Education and/or Work Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3 years previous experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment.