Grinder Operator

ANDRITZ; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Andritz in Torrington, CT seeks an experienced grinder operator to run a 30” wheel grinder, inspect rolls, and maintain quality specifications. You will read blueprints, perform precision measurements, and operate with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role is a union, hourly position requiring lifting 50–60 lbs and working up to a 12-hour shift on a concrete floor, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork in a heavy manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manual machining experience.
• Ability to read tape measures, calipers and micrometers.
• Familiarity with run out, taper, surface finish, tolerance and blueprint reading.
• Must be able to lift 50–60 lbs and work up to 12 hour shift on concrete floor.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding machine (30” wheel) and select grinding wheels according to knowledge of metal properties and abrasives.
• Grind roll up to 2,000mm dia., 14,000mm length.
• Read work orders and production schedules to determine specifications.
• Perform wheel changes and mount wheels to hub.
• Make roll measurements and roll track measurements.
• Use and maintain precision measuring / inspection equipment.
• Make hardness and smoothness checks.
• Complete daily paperwork and keep records up to date.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Manual machining

Precision measurement

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Lift truck knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Overhead crane experience

Hydraulics knowledge

Job description

Working location: Torrington, Connecticut, USA

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This employee will operate a grinder in order to meet customer specifications on the product. Union, Hourly position.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Major responsibilities are listed but not necessarily limited to the following duties:

• Operating grinding machine (30” wheel). Select grinding wheels (30” dia.) according to knowledge of metal properties and abrasives.
• Grind roll up to 2,000mm dia., 14,000mm length.
• Organize, plan and prioritize work.
• Read work order and production schedules to determine specifications.
• Perform wheel changes.
• Mount wheels to hub.
• Make roll measurements and roll track measurements.
• Use and maintain a variety of precision measuring / inspection equipment.
• Make hardness and smoothness checks.
• Select drivers and shoes for job.
• Perform daily machine/equipment maintenance including routine oil and filter changes and greasing machine and maintain equipment service records.
• Attention to detail and good work ethic.
• Complete daily paperwork.
• Follow good housekeeping practice, keep area clean and organized.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Seeking a grinder with at least 3 – 5 years’ of manual machining experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and use tape measures, calipers and micrometers, including metric measurements.
• Familiarity with: run out, taper, surface finish, tolerance and blueprint reading.
• Computer skills required for communication and work creation purposes.
• Good mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience with good working knowledge and experience with powered hand tools.
• Some knowledge of hydraulics helpful.
• Experience using lift trucks and overhead cranes desired.
• Must be able to lift 50-60 lbs. and work up to 12 hour shift on concrete floor.
• Ability to train for operation of all machines.