Lapper Operator

Burgess Norton Mfg Co; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Incentive bonus

Medical

Vision

Dental

Prescription Drug Plan

401K

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short term disability

Company Paid Lift Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym/Fitness Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Amsted Automotive - Piston Pin Facility in Illinois is seeking a full-time Lapper Operator to set up and operate centerless grinders and lap/twin-grip grinding equipment on the 3rd shift. This role is in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, dirt, grease, oils, and noise.

You will gauge and monitor production to tight tolerances, perform necessary recordkeeping, and help train other operators. Safety and quality are emphasized, with opportunities to contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 work instructions is a plus.
• Experience operating grinders or similar machining equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate centerless grinders and related equipment.
• Set up and run twin-grip and lap grinders.
• Maintain gauges and monitor production for tolerances.
• Recordkeeping and paperwork as required.
• Assist and train other operators when needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines as needed.
• Follow safety policies and keep the work area clean.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Visual acuity

Mental alertness

Education

High School or better

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Amsted Automotive - Piston Pin Facility is looking for a full time Lapper Operator to perform duties to set-up and operate twin-grip or grinding equipment. This is a full-time position on our 3rd shift.

Work is performed in a typical manufacturing environment with exposure to several elements continuously present including heat, dirt, grease, oils, fluids and noise.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform duties to successfully operate centerless grinders.
• Set-up and operate twin-grip, lap grinder and miscellaneous grinding equipment.
• Gain working knowledge of non-primary machine.
• Use SPC charts and interpret results.
• Properly gauge and monitor production to specific tolerances and quality.
• Use twin grip or lap grinder, on line and electronic gauging, material handling equipment and hand tools.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance on machines as required.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Use various testing devices and chemicals according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Perform material moving activities using equipment, including forklifts, according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Follow all safety rules and keep work area clean and in an orderly condition.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Be responsible and accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment and tools.
• Able to perform some mechanical process functions of the work center independently but needs technical assistance with more complex issues.
• Understand and performs ISO 14001 work instructions as identified in, “ISO 14001 Work Instruction Assignments”.
• Understand and perform to the AAG Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Manual dexterity, visual acuity, mental alertness
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Along with a fulfilling role at a company that is heavily focused on your development, you will also be eligible for:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive bonus
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Short term disability
• Company Paid Lift Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym/Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition

Experience Preferred

• Previous experience and training on manufacturing machine operation is preferred.

Education Required

• High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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