Grinder Operator

Prince Industries; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Short and Long Term Disability Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan with strong employer match

Company paid life insurance & AD&D

100% tuition reimbursement for job-related classes

Job summary

Prince Industries in Carol Stream, Illinois, is seeking a Grinder Operator to set up and operate grinding machines while ensuring the quality of products. This role requires monitoring the grinding process and performing necessary quality control checks.

The successful candidate should have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of related experience. Strong work ethic and the ability to work OT are essential. Benefits include paid vacation, disability plans, and 401(k) retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Physical capability to stand for 8-10 hours.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain grinding machines.
• Perform quality control checks on products.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Ability to operate a grinding machine

Ability to use measuring equipment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

1-3 years minimum related work experience

Ability and experience operating and maintaining grinding machinery

Job description

A Grinder Operator operates industrial grinding machines to grind metal parts, tools, and other components. They ensure the machines are correctly set up, monitor the grinding process, and inspect finished products to ensure quality.

This position is on first shift and the hours are 5:45am - 2:15pm, Monday - Friday with opportunity for OT.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up, operate and maintain grinding machines
• Select grinding wheels and other related tools
• Setup, operate and maintain CNC honing machines
• Select diamond tooling/stones for the related honing machine
• Perform quality control checks on products
• Ensure that safety regulations are adhered to
• Additional duties or responsibilities as assigned by department supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to operate a grinding machine
• Ability to use measuring equipment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 1-3 years minimum related work experience or formal training
• Ability and experience operating and maintaining grinding machinery
• Ability to follow instructions

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to stand and reach the duration of shift, 8-10 hours
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend
• Frequently required to perform repetitive or short-cycles work
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned

BENEFITS

• Paid vacation and holidays (9 per year)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with strong employer match
• Company paid life insurance & AD&D
• 100% tuition reimbursement for job related classes
• Your specific benefits package will depend on your position, location, and years of service with Prince

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers).