2nd Shift Grinding Technician — Precision & Quality

AMETEK, Inc.; Southington, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Grinding Operator to assemble a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for customers.

The role operates on a 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM, with training on the 1st shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) for 2–4 weeks before transitioning to the regular shift. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and at least 6 months manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• HS Graduate or GED required.
• At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic mathematical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic machining operations using assigned machine tools.
• Inspect parts using basic measuring tools. Inform lead person of out of tolerance situations. Obtain first piece inspection approval before proceeding. Conduct periodic inspection of parts.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports as required. Maintain established quality standards. Ensure work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, safe and orderly condition, that prescribed safety measures are followed, and established company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
• Operates equipment in a safe manner. Participate as a member of work teams.
• Assist in measuring team performance for safety, quality, cost and to continually improve these measures.
• Read, follow basic blueprints, diagrams, specifications, bills of materials, and/or procedures to accurately assemble products.
• Perform microscope inspection on assembled parts.
• Maintain inventory of product in workstations.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Attends required training programs. Performs 5s activities.
• Assist in the training of other associates in procedures and use of equipment.
• Ability to read, use various inspection equipment, precision tools, understand and apply basic inspection and sound measurement practices.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

HS Graduate or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Inspection equipment

Precision tools

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Grinding Operator to assemble a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for customers.

The role operates on a 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM, with training on the 1st shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) for 2–4 weeks before transitioning to the regular shift. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and at least 6 months manufacturing experience.