Grinder

ABEC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DAY 1 Benefits

3 Weeks paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Company paid life insurance

401K with 40% match

Air-conditioned facilities

Uniform shirts & PPE

Steel toe boot vouchers

College tuition benefit

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. The role encompasses grinding, mechanical and electrical assembling, and stainless steel fabrication in a hands-on shop setting with strict quality standards.

You will work on first or second shifts, using hand tools, reading blueprints, and supporting CI initiatives while upholding safe, clean practices. The position offers DAY 1 benefits, a 401K with strong match, and growth opportunities within a global leader.

Qualifications

• Required to be able to perform simple math equations.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• GED or Highschool diploma.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient with the use of hand tools and basic fabrication tools.
• Self-motivated.
• Must be proficient in reading blueprints.
• Necessary to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Travel may be required.
• Awareness of and prior experience with CI a plus.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication process.
• Knowledge of all types of hand tools, fabricating equipment, measuring devices.
• Work on stainless steel fabrication, including to but not limited to: Cutting tube, Operate hand grinders, Polishing, Bending, Assembly.
• NDT/Liquid Penetrant all inside welds on an electro polished vessel.
• Install and maintain utility/service lines.
• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift.
• Physically capable of wearing protective eye, ear, and head gear.
• Must be able to stand 8+ hours per day.
• Inspect and maintain proper and safe operation of all shop equipment.
• Conduct operations in a safe manner.
• Recommend improvements.
• Execute other tasks as assigned.
• Will play an active role in identifying and driving CI opportunity.

Skills

Basic math

Tape measure reading

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

Are you seeking better work/life balance, development opportunities, DAY 1 Benefits, 3 Weeks paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, Air-conditioned facilities, the opportunity to travel the world, a 401K with a 40% match, and more?! Then ABEC is for you!

Are you seeking better work/life balance, development opportunities, DAY 1 Benefits, 3 Weeks paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, Air-conditioned facilities, the opportunity to travel the world, a 401K with a 40% match, and more?! Then ABEC is for you!

Company Background

ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.

Benefits Include

• DAY 1 Benefits - Medical, dental and vision insurance


• 3 Weeks paid vacation


• 10 Paid Holidays


• Company paid life insurance


• Industry leading 401K plan (40% match!)


• Air-conditioned facilities


• Company provided uniform shirts and PPE


• Steel toe boot vouchers


• College tuition benefit program


• Employee Referral Program

1ST SHIFT: M-Th: 7:00 AM TO 3:30 PM, Friday 5:00 AM TO 1:30 PM

2ND SHIFT: M-Th: 3:15 PM TO 11:45 PM, Friday 1:15 PM TO 9:45 PM (10% differential)

Grinders, Mechanical Assemblers, Electrical Assemblers Description

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication process


• Knowledge of all types of hand tools, fabricating equipment, measuring devices


• Work on stainless steel fabrication, including to but not limited to:


• Cutting tube


• Operate hand grinders


• Polishing


• Bending


• Assembly


• NDT/Liquid Penetrate all inside welds on an electro polished vessel


• Install and maintain utility/service lines


• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift


• Physically capable of wearing protective eye, ear, and head gear.


• Must be able to stand 8+ hours per day.


• Inspect and maintain proper and safe operation of all shop equipment


• Conduct operations in a safe manner


• Recommend improvements


• Execute other tasks as assigned


• Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.

Requirements

• Required to be able to perform simple math equations


• Must be able to read a tape measure


• Excellent problem-solving skills


• GED or Highschool diploma


• Exceptional verbal communication skills


• Must be proficient with the use of hand tools and basic fabrication tools.


• Self-motivated


• Must be proficient in reading blueprints.


• Necessary to be able to maintain a clean and safe working environment


• Ability to lift 50 pounds


• Travel may be required


• Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.


• Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.