Industrial Grinder & Tooling Technician

IDEX; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a skilled grinder/operator for its Cedar Falls, IA area. The role involves grinding castings, dressing wheels, selecting tools, and identifying equipment issues to maintain smooth production. You’ll work with pneumatic/electric grinders, lifting devices, and PPE in a manufacturing setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and prior industrial experience is preferred. This position requires lifting up to 70 pounds, standing for long periods, and adherence to

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience in an industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grind castings per instructions.
• Change and dress grinding wheels.
• Select the proper tools for the application.
• Identify equipment malfunctions.
• Operate hoists and other lifting devices.
• Report scrap and defects to supervision.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 35–70 lbs

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grinding wheels

Pneumatic/electric grinders

Pneumatic chipper

Hand tools

Lifting equipment

Job description

IDEX is seeking a skilled grinder/operator for its Cedar Falls, IA area. The role involves grinding castings, dressing wheels, selecting tools, and identifying equipment issues to maintain smooth production. You’ll work with pneumatic/electric grinders, lifting devices, and PPE in a manufacturing setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and prior industrial experience is preferred. This position requires lifting up to 70 pounds, standing for long periods, and adherence to