Machine Operator -Grinding and Polishing - 1st Shift- Mon-Thurs, 5am - 3:30pm

Colonial Group; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Machine Operator- Grinding/Polishing to set up and run CNC/milling/grinding and related equipment. You will perform minor adjustments and troubleshoot, ensuring the final product meets specifications.

You will read work orders, inspect parts with standard gauges, and log downtime and production data. Cross-training and lean practices are part of the role, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience is required.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to perform basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and follow work instructions.
• Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
• Ability to work overtime as needed by the company.

Responsibilities

• Run production jobs on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other semi-automated equipment per instructions to produce quality parts.
• Inspect product for quality using measuring tools and log downtime and shift communications.
• Read work orders and blueprints to identify specs and ensure BOM accuracy.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report defects to staff.
• Perform routine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments to meet specs.
• Report production parts, scrap, and labor hours via paperwork or electronic entry.
• Follow 6S standards and lean manufacturing practices.
• Cross-train by rotating to different machines/work areas.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math skills

Reading and writing in English

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC milling/grinding machines

Press operation machines

Job description

The Machine Operator- Grinding/Polishing is responsible for completing basic set-ups, operating, monitoring, and making minor adjustments on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other various types of semi-automated equipment or manually adjusting final product depending on assigned area. This position is also responsible for performing minor troubleshooting on the machine and communicating quality defects to the technical staff.

• Run production jobs on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other various types of semi-automated equipment or manually adjust final product per written or verbal work instructions to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.

• Inspect product for quality throughout production run using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and visual inspection, record inspection findings, and write detailed downtime and other shift communications in a log book.

• Read work orders and blueprints to identify appropriate specifications for machine setup and product quality. Review work orders to ensure bill of materials are accurate and all inventory transactions are performed correctly.

• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and communicate quality defects to the technical staff as needed.

• Perform routine machine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments on equipment to meet specifications.

• Report accurate count of production parts, scrap, and labor hours by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.

• Comply with established 6S standards and participate in various lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.

• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience is required. High School diploma or equivalentpreferred.
• Knowledge in operating CNC, milling, grinding, and press operation machines preferred.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English. Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions per work instructions and documents.
• Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
• Ability to work overtime as needed by the company is required

Physical Demand Requirements

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.