Bench Grinder (1st Shift)

Precision Castparts; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in California is seeking an experienced grinder operator to set up and operate grinding machines, removing parting lines, fins, snags, gates, and other imperfections to meet specific tech card RMS requirements.

You will inspect castings, adjust equipment for tolerance ±0.005 inch, log time and inventory, and train new staff while maintaining safety and quality standards on a fast-paced shop floor.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read technique cards and code sheets.
• Basic math skills for measurements.
• English language communication required.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding machines to remove excess metal and meet specs.
• Match documentation to parts and tooling as per paperwork.
• Inspect castings for surface finish and dimensional accuracy.
• Log production data, time, and inventory for next operation.
• Select and mount grinding belts; adjust equipment for optimal run.
• Maintain accurate production records and meet quality standards.
• Follow safety practices and proper tool handling on the shop floor.
• Train incoming personnel and assist management as needed.

Skills

English communication

Mathematical calculations

Measuring devices

Quality inspection

Tools

Grinding machines

Belts & fixtures

Forklift operation

Job description

General Purpose

Under general supervision, operates various types grinding machines to remove parting lines, fins, snags, gates, risers, and other undesirable metal from castings in accordance with quality standards. Ensures that documentation, tooling and parts are correctly matched to paperwork.

Objective

To set up and operate various grinding machines to remove any metal necessary to meet visual and dimensional specifications on technique cards.

Essential Functions

• Follow established housekeeping and safety practices.
• Must demonstrate the ability to complete all departmental paperwork in fine detail and explain the logic of all phases.
• Demonstrate ability to log on main computer system, extract information, log time, enter inventory amount and forward to next operation.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of castings per part grade levels.
• Selects and mounts proper belts for grinders, as required for operation. Operates various types of grinding equipment.
• Interacts with qualified welders to replace missing metal – according to OPC’s and QCP’s.
• Adjusts equipment to obtain optimum running condition, being mindful of alloy cross contamination.
• Inspects own parts for surface finish, distortion and imperfections such as scratches, uneven surface, non-consistent curvature, or other non-acceptable condition.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, meets all production and quality standards.
• Looks up location of grinding fixtures and makes small handheld fixtures if none available.
• Demonstrates capability to grind contours to tolerances of +/ 0.005 inch, and blend gate traces, welds, or plus metal so that castings meet Tech Card RMS requirements.
• Must demonstrate cooperation when assistance is needed by management and possess the ability to train incoming personnel and basically run the department efficiently with minimal outside assistance.
• Possess eye to hand coordination to perform grinding operation to within .005 inch on all surfaces.
• Have a zero-scrap rate (parts that cannot be reworked) and a rework rate of less than 2.5 percent and a production rate average of at least 700 parts per day.
• Must be able to determine if a grinding belt, after extended use, is still serviceable for other shop numbers or machine grinding operations.
• Consistently notifies the supervisor immediately when the workload is low.
• Displays a willingness and interest to learn through on the job training.
• Knows and understands all department safety and general plant rules and policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and communicate production problems to your supervisor.
• Demonstrate safe and efficient handling of all tools, dies, equipment and forklift, as applicable, to prevent damage.
• Performs all other duties assigned.

Training & Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Specialized training in caustic metals, respirators, and training.
• Training is on the job and may be documented by Verbal, Written, or Practical Testing.
• Experience and/or training are included in considerations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follows and interprets instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.