3rd Shift Polisher

Hendrickson; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Anchor Harvey is seeking a polisher to prepare and finish forged aluminum parts. You will use powered hand tools and polishing machines, set up polishers, and ensure finishes meet customer specifications.

You’ll inspect parts before and after grinding, maintain documentation, and uphold safety standards in a warehouse environment. The role requires high school education, ability to read instructions, and the stamina for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use a gauge, pencil grinder, and polishing wheels
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to schedules
• Ability to operate hand tools such as spray gun and forge tongs
• Ability to work safely and keep area clean
• Demonstrated ability to work well with all levels of the organization
• Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work assigned shift and remain awake and alert during assigned shift is required
• Reporting to work for assigned shift, maintaining a physical presence and performing assigned work for the duration of assigned shift is required
• Able to communicate clearly, concisely and achieve intended objectives
• Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or polish the surface of forged aluminum parts using powered hand tools or polishing machines
• Set up polisher using correct belt and dressing wheels to ensure quality polishing
• Understand polishing belts and wheels to obtain proper finish on part
• Ensure part is properly polished to meet quality requirements
• Inspect part before and after grinding
• Identify defects/non-conforming marks and remove defects through polishing
• Gauge polished parts to ensure compliance with customer requirements
• Follow work instructions on part polishing
• Maintain daily timekeeping and logs in the computer system
• Complete routine paperwork such as daily checklists and routing sign-offs
• Maintain all equipment and keep work area clean and secure
• Follow all safety standards
• Inspect finished work for quality
• Assist and support other polishers as needed
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor

Skills

Gauge usage

Read instructions

Work under pressure

Hand tools

Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Shift work

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pencil grinder

Polishing wheels

Polishing belts

Gauges

Spray gun

Forge tongs

Job description

Position Purpose

Position is responsible for preparing the surface of the forged parts according to work instructions, shop orders, or customer specifications.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and/or polish the surface of forged aluminum parts using a combination of powered hand tools or polishing machines
• Set up polisher using correct belt and dressing wheels to ensure quality polishing
• Understand the different polishing belts and wheels to obtain proper finish on part
• Ensure part is properly polished to meet quality requirements
• Inspect part before and after grinding
• Identify defects/non-conforming marks in the forged parts and how to remove the defect or mark through polishing
• Gauge polished parts to ensure polished part remains within customer requirements
• Understand alloys and different polishing finishes for the parts
• Work from production order, shop order, and/or direction of supervisor
• Follow work instructions on part polishing
• Identify issues with the equipment and notify supervisor and/or maintenance
• Maintain daily timekeeping and logging in and out of jobs on computer system
• Understand how to keep count of the parts and when to place parts on belt
• Complete appropriate paperwork such as daily checklists, routing sign offs, etc.
• Maintain all necessary equipment and tools; ensure work area is clean and secure
• Follow all safety standards
• Inspect work upon completion to ensure product meets or exceeds quality expectations
• Assist and support other Polishers as needed
• Report unusual or unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Notify Quality of quality issues
• Identify problems and provide suggestions for improvement
• Actively participate in efforts to establish and promote a safe and healthy work environment. Follow policies, programs, and procedures for the reduction and elimination of industrial accidents and provide quality feedback to promote safer work behaviors and conditions

Education and Training

High School Diploma or GED

No experience necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to use a gauge, pencil grinder, and polishing wheels
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to schedules
• Ability to operate hand tools such as spray gun and forge tongs
• Ability to work safely and keep area clean
• Demonstrated ability to work well with all levels of the organization
• Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work assigned shift and remain awake and alert during assigned shift is required
• Reporting to work for assigned shift, maintaining a physical presence and performing assigned work for the duration of assigned shift is required
• Able to communicate clearly, concisely and achieve intended objectives
• Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all weather conditions

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand for an 8 hour shift. Position requires frequent twisting, turning, reaching, bending, pulling and pushing. Position occasionally requires walking, climbing, stooping, and crouching. The employee must be able to handle up to 60 lbs on a regular basis throughout the 8 hour shift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Working conditions include exposure to extreme temperatures (heat) and humid conditions, dirt, and noise. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions

Warehouse setting

Behavioral Traits

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to overtime when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Pay & Benefits

Rate: In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the hourly payrate for this position is $19.00-22.36. This payrate is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Job Type: Full time

For a full list of benefits please visit: anchorharvey.com/benefits

*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion. Anchor Harvey is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Anchor Harvey is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.

Anchor Harvey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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