Machine Operator

Sintermet; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Machine Operator to join its Grind Shop team. The role involves operating grinding machines to produce tungsten carbide rolls according to specifications. Candidates should have strong analytical and mathematical skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required. This is an entry-level position with full-time employment opportunities and potential for career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment.
• Available to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Utilize grinding machines to manufacture tungsten carbide rolls.
• Monitor machine operations and ensure safety practices.
• Select and dress grinding wheels using hand tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Familiarity with machine tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Cranes

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION: MACHINE OPERATOR – GRIND SHOP

Reports To: Production Supervisor – Grind Shop

Direct Reports: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Utilize industrial grinders, precision measuring tools, and optical comparators to produce tungsten carbide rolls meeting product specifications and Company objectives.

Essential Functions

• Utilize grinding machines to manufacture tungsten carbide rolls to blueprints and work instructions
• Select, dress, and mount grinding wheel according to specification using hand tools and applying knowledge of abrasives and grinding procedures
• Monitor machine operations and operate more than one machine, as needed
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using measuring devices, ensuring that surfaces and measurements meet specifications
• Read blueprints and utilize hand tools
• Abide by safety policies and procedures to ensure safe work practices
• Communicate with coworkers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conform with and abide by all Company regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions
• Perform other duties as directed by the Production Supervisor, Operations Manager, and/or President & CEO
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with machine tools and equipment such as forklift, cranes, and lifting devices
• Solid analytical and mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Available to work rotating shifts
  
  

Minimum Experience and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• Minimum of one-year experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Physical Demands

This role requires standing for the majority of each shift; however, the employee may occasionally sit, climb, kneel, stoop and/or crouch as necessary. Must be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds infrequently, as required.

Other Duties:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Our Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status,or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Internet Publishing

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