Entry-Level CNC Machine Operator / Grinder Trainee - All Shifts

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc.; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc. seeks an Entry-Level CNC Machine Operator / Grinder Trainee to grind carbide preforms across various shapes. The role involves setup and operating surface grinding equipment with basic CNC knowledge.

The candidate will help integrate current and future products into the grinding process. Primary duties include learning CNC/grinding operations, maintaining quality, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of carbide grinding processes.
• Solid grasp of GD&T and mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Experience collaborating with engineering and quality teams.
• Proven ability to plan and meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment per OSHA standards.
• Learn new equipment quickly based on CNC/grinding foundations.
• Set up and identify fixtures and wheels to produce parts.
• Step into a production lead role when needed and ensure smooth handoffs.

Skills

GD&T

Mechanical aptitude

Team mentality

Communication skills

Safety awareness

6S/Lean manufacturing

Education

Minimum of 5 years of complex carbide grinding

Manufacturing or process related background

Experience in grinding carbide

Ability to develop and meet project schedules

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Entry-Level CNC Machine Operator / Grinder Trainee - All Shifts

Location: Latrobe, PA, US, 15650

Summary

Seeking a Surface Operator that has the ability and knowledge to grind carbide preforms of all shapes and sizes.This individual will have had experience in setup, and operation of surface grinding equipment including basic Knowledge in CNC Surface Grinding.In addition, this individual will be supportive incorporating current and future products into a CNC grinding process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe working environment per OSHA standards throughout the plant and assist in implementing any required updated safety regulations.
• Be able to learn new equipment quickly based on a foundational understanding of CNC and grinding.
• Responsible for performing, set-up and identifying appropriate fixtures and required wheels to produce parts.
• In the event of critical absences this individual will be able to step into a production lead position and get a process running effectively, followed by a successful handoff to operator personal.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Provide team support and communication to all co-workers.
• Assist in implementation of Continuous Improvement Programs.
• Coordinates with Plant/Operations Manager for up to date scheduling changes.
• Coordinates with Engineering for timely turn around regarding fixturing and any required support.
• Notifies Plant/Operations Manager of potential problems which could affect customer deliveries.
• Maintain 6S and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Maintain and manager fixture and wheel inventories to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Collaborate with quality control when required.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of complex carbide grinding.
• Manufacturing or process related background.
• Must have experience in grinding carbide.
• Ability to develop and meet project schedules.

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• Worked with engineering for part production.
• Minimum High School Education with some secondary education a plus
• Good understanding of drafting and geometric dimensional tolerancing. (GD&T)
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• A team mentality approach for all activities, the foundation of Crafts culture.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Articulate, well organized, and self-motivated.
• Organization skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

In July 2018, we began an exciting transformation to become an independent company under the ownership of KKR, a leading global investment firm based in the United States that builds stronger companies through employee engagement.

We believe an actively engaged workforce — with people acting and being treated like owners — produces a better company for all. So, in February 2019, we introduced the Hyperion Ownership Participation Program, which empowers our employees by allowing them to share in the value we create together.

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