BLANCHARD GRINDER OPERATOR

Toledo Steel Supply, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision

401k profit-sharing

Paid vacations

Job summary

A competitive steel supplier in Michigan is seeking a Blanchard Grinder Operator to set up and operate grinders for flat surfaces according to specifications. The ideal candidate will have Rotary Blanchard experience and must be able to read blueprints. Responsibilities include operating machines, planning procedures, and maintaining quality control. This full-time role offers competitive wages and benefits, including health insurance and paid vacations.

Qualifications

• Rotary Blanchard experience required.
• Must be able to operate a straightening press.
• Experience utilizing forklifts required.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead and or jib crane.
• Setup, adjust and operate a rotary wheel Blanchard grinder.
• Inspect and maintain work area and machine fluid levels daily.

Skills

Rotary Blanchard experience

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Excellent verbal communication

Good organization skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma and/or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Straightening press

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Description

Toledo Steel Supply is a competitive steel supplier with a fun, fast‑paced, professional work environment. We are seeking people who value honesty, loyalty, and integrity. Working at TSS is both rewarding and challenging. We offer competitive wages, as well as medical, dental, and vision. 401k profit‑sharing, and paid vacations.

Position Summary

The Blanchard Grinder Operator will operate 48” to 100” Blanchard Grinder. This position will be responsible for setup and operate to grind flat surfaces to bring into set tolerances using calipers and micrometers. The ideal candidate must be able to identify and prepare materials per customer’s specification by reading prints to verify dimensions of metal parts in order to accomplish certain tolerances. This is a full‑time position; day and night shift available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship.

• Operate overhead and or jib crane
• Setup, adjust and operate a rotary wheel Blanchard grinder
• Plans operating procedures on rotary wheel machine for flat grinding
• Makes operating adjustments to calibrate machine adjusting devices to obtain tolerances and finish requirements
• Uses scale, micrometers and indicators to make setups, adjustments, and to check work
• Works from part drawings, specifications and grinding instructions
• Uses magnetic table and chucks or clamps to position and secure workpiece on table of machine using care to support irregular work properly to avoid distortion; or arrange and properly secure multiple‑piece setups
• Select proper statistical tools to maintain process control and quality reliability
• Inspect and maintain work area and machine fluid levels daily
• Other duties assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Attributes

• Excellent verbal communication
• Must maintain a positive attitude
• Respect for your fellow co‑workers and supervisor
• Self‑Motivated and dedicated worker
• Good organization skills

Toledo Steel Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Rotary Blanchard experience required
• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Experience utilizing forklifts required
• Must be able to operate a straightening press
• Must be able to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Utilize all company provided safety equipment at all times
• Familiarity with machine tools and equipment
• Proficient with common machine shop measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma and/or GED; or equivalent work experience and demonstrated competency may substitute for a degree
• 3-6 Months experience with Rotary Blanchard Grinding

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position operates in a manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to noise, chemicals, and materials consistent with a manufacturing environment is constant. This a physically demanding position; maintaining the physical strength to lift materials up to 50lbs. Endure prolonged standing.