Granulation Operator

Husqvarna Construction Products North America, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits including medical, dental, &视

A 401(k) with matching and no vesting

Employee purchase discount on Husqvara

Education assistance program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Husqvarna Construction is seeking a Granulation Operator in Columbia, SC to mix metal powder/binder/solvent and granulate diamond mix for segment manufacturing. This is a 1st shift role, Monday–Friday, 6:00 am–2:30 pm, with competitive benefits.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting process issues, ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, and proper tooling selection. Requires basic math, ability to lift, and endurance in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift, push/pull and stand for long periods.
• Strong basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Mixing of metal powder/binder/solvent.
• Granulation of diamond mix.
• Troubleshoot and recommend corrective actions for process anomalies.
• Mixing and pulverizing of metal powder/binder/solvent (DIAgrip only).
• Pre-coating of diamonds with metal powder/binder/solvent.
• Build-up of diamond coating and screening of coated diamonds.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance with OSHA Safety and Health Regulations in the granulation process.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance with EPA and Environmental Regulations in the granulation process.
• Machinery: Organization and selection of proper tooling to fulfill work requirements.
• Cleaning of equipment and preparation for subsequent orders.
• Maintain general knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment operation.
• Measurements: Quality checks on granulated diamond bonds to determine diamond content, weight and size.
• Weigh materials (diamond, metal powder, binder, solvent).
• Evaluate and confer with Quality Control on manufacturing process inspection techniques and standards.

Skills

Industrial math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Diamond knowledge

Precision measurement

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Industrial tooling

Job description

Husqvarna Construction is hiring a Granulation Operator for its location in Columbia, SC.

In this role, you will utilize tooling, equipment and materials for granulating diamond with powdered metals. This position is critical for production of granulated diamond bonds to be used in diamond segment manufacturing. This is a 1st shift position: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 p.m.

Why join Husqvarna?

We are one of the world’s oldest startups, passionate about our work, proud of our history and curious about the future. We look for opportunities to grow by stepping out of our comfort zone and are committed to finding sustainable solutions for the future. We have built an environment that encourages close teamwork and support for one another. Check us out at www.husqvarnacp.com

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at date of hire
• A 401(k) with matching and no vesting
• An employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products
• An education assistance program
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mixing of metal powder/binder/solvent.
• Granulation of diamond mix.
• Troubleshoot and recommend corrective actions for process anomalies.
• (DIAgrip only) Mixing and pulverizing of metal powder/binder/solvent.
• (DIAgrip only) Pre-coating of diamonds with metal powder/binder/solvent.
• (DIAgrip only) Build-up of diamond coating and screening of coated diamonds.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance with OSHA Safety and Health Regulations in the granulation process.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance with EPA and Environmental Regulations in the granulation process.
• Machinery: Organization and selection of proper tooling to fulfill work requirements.
• Cleaning of equipment and preparation for subsequent orders.
• Maintain general knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment operation.
• Measurements: Quality checks on granulated diamond bonds to determine diamond content, weight and size.
• Weigh materials (diamond, metal powder, binder, solvent).
• Evaluate and confer with Quality Control on manufacturing process inspection techniques and standards.

COMPETENCIES:

• Maintain high level of attention to detail
• Working cooperatively within team environment
• Ability to follow established guidelines and processes in a precise manner

CRITICAL FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong knowledge of basic industrial math.
• Working knowledge of the metric system of weights and measurements.
• Working knowledge of diamond and design elements.
• Working knowledge of precision balance for weight measurement.

EDUCATION, ABILITIES & EXPERIENCE:

• High School or equivalent preferred
• Ability to lift, push/pull and stand for long periods of time.
• Strong basic math skills required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Above average exposure to manufacturing environment. Job tasks will require contact with powdered metal segments, sharp edges on machined components, powdered metal dust and grime associated with manufacturing operations. Must wear N95 Mask and dust mask and PPE in compliance with OSHA Regulations. Frequently lifting up to 30 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs. Occasionally push/pull up to 50 lbs. Walking and standing for long periods of time on concrete floors (full shifts). Daily, weekly, monthly and annual deadlines.

Husqvarna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and termination. Husqvarna prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; gender; sexual orientation; pregnancy; age; disability; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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