Operator, Grinder/Sandblast

Wenger Manufacturing LLC; Sabetha (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenger Manufacturing LLC is seeking an entry-level grinder to smooth and refine surfaces on manufactured parts. The role requires good communication and teamwork to support production goals in a manufacturing environment.

You will examine surfaces, select proper abrasives, operate grinders, and polish to remove defects. Lifting up to 50 lbs and forklift certification may be required. This is a hands-on manufacturing position focused on quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and ability to work in a multi-discipline team.
• Ability to follow tasks on KPI-driven timelines.
• Proficiency with computer/ERP systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and organized with physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Examine and feel surface of workpiece for defects.
• Select abrasive belt, wheel, or disk; attach to grinder.
• Start grinder and move over surface to remove scratches, rust and burrs.
• Polish ground area with finer abrasive for a smooth finish.
• Replace worn abrasive disks, wheels and belts.
• Operate lift truck with certification.
• Perform other duties as needed by the business.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

ERP literacy

Deadline driven

Organized

Confidentiality

Physical capacity

Job description

The Role

This position grinds and smooths surfaces of manufactured parts prior to finishing operations. This entry level position requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support the organization.

Essential Functions

• Examines and feels surface of workpiece for defects.
• Selects grade of abrasive belt, wheel, or disk according to specifications, knowledge of abrasives and condition of metal and attaches to grinder.
• Starts grinder and moves it over surface of part to remove scratches, rust and burrs.
• Polishes ground area with finer abrasive to produce a smooth, unmarred surface.
• Replaces worn abrasive disks, wheels and belts.
• Operate lift truck with certification.
• Other duties assigned due to the need of the business.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to loud noises, machinery with moving parts. Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50lbs occasionally.

Skills and Abilities

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment.
• Ability to execute agreed tasks and deadlines against performance criteria (KPI)
• Computer/ERP literate
• Result orientation, ability to follow through and respect deadlines.
• Proactive and organized.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Physical Capacity Profile/Drug screen required.

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