Grind/Inspect - 2nd Shift

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a skilled operator for the Grinding and Inspecting area at the Forge Plant. The role includes setup, operation of grinders, quality verification against prints, and documentation of checks in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe workspace and adherence to PPE requirements, with opportunities to learn and advance within our global manufacturing network.

Qualifications

• Must interpret manufacturing prints and work orders.
• Able to read written or diagram instructions.
• Able to lift or push up to 40 lbs safely.
• Willingness to learn and maintain a safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate all machines and equipment used in Grinding and Inspecting.
• Verify product quality by using manufacturing prints and gauges.
• Adjust grinders as necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment as required for this work center.
• Perform and document all quality checks required in these work centers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpret manufacturing prints

Read work orders

Operate grinding equipment

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Tools

Grinding machines

Inspection gauges

Job description

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This position's purpose is to perform a variety of operations, hot or cold, contained in the Grind and Inspect area at the Forge Plant of CMCO. This position operates a wide selection of work centers comprised of a variety of machines used in different combinations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operate all machines and equipment used in Grinding and Inspecting
• Verify product quality by using manufacturing prints and gauges.
• Adjust grinders as necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Wear proper personal protective equipment as required for this work center.
• Perform and document all quality checks required in these work centers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Must be able to interpret documents such as manufacturing prints and work order packets.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to interpret drawings and work order packets to set-up equipment and run acceptable products.

Required Qualifications

• Previous forging experience not required. Most maintain a safe work environment, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. safely.

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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