BLANCHARD GRINDER OPERATOR

Toledo Steel Supply, Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Blanchard Grinder Operator to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves operating and setting up Blanchard grinders to achieve precise tolerances while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and mathematical skills, along with the ability to read blueprints and operate various machine tools. Join a company that values integrity and offers competitive wages, benefits, and a rewarding work atmosphere. If you are self-motivated and dedicated, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k profit-sharing

Paid vacations

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills required.
• Ability to operate various machine tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate Blanchard grinder for flat surfaces.
• Inspect and maintain work area and machine fluid levels daily.

Skills

Ability to read and understand blue prints

Forklift operation

Straightening press operation

Reading tape measure

Strong analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Blanchard grinder

Overhead crane

Measuring tools (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. Work Shift is Wednesday (6 hours) and Thursday through Saturday 6:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• 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

• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Able to operate a forklift
• Able to operate a straightening press
• 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

• High School Diploma or GED

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.