Operator, Grinding

Wenger Manufacturing Inc; Galena (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenger Manufacturing Inc. seeks a detail-oriented team member to support deburring, buffing, and polishing operations in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include inspecting materials, ensuring conformance to specifications, and documenting production data.

Candidates should be able to follow blueprints or layouts and work independently with basic computer skills. The role involves standing on concrete floors, adhering to safety practices, and performing assigned tasks with focus and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow directions and work independently.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Deburr, buff or polish materials to specifications.
• Examine materials to ensure conformance to standards.
• Verify quality of finished workpieces by inspection, comparing to templates and measuring dimensions.
• Select files or abrasives according to materials and finishes.
• Record product and processing data on specified forms.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Independent worker

Basic computer skills

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Key Responsibilities:

• Deburr, buff or polish materials to specifications
• Examine materials to ensure conformance to establish standards.
• Verify quality of finished workpieces by inspecting them, comparing them to templates, measuring their dimensions, or testing them in working machinery.
• Select files or other abrasives, according to materials, sizes and shapes of workpieces, amount of stock to be removed, finishes specified, and steps in finishing processes.
• Measure and mark equipment, objects, or parts to ensure grinding and polishing standards are met.
• Study blueprints or layouts to determine how to lay out workpieces or saw out templates.
• Record product and processing data on specified forms.
• Complete the required paperwork.
• Saw/Heat treat and sandblast parts.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to loud noises, machinery with moving parts
• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (face shield, ear plugs, safety shoes, and long sleeve or sleeved apron)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50lbs occasionally without assistance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Working knowledge of computers
• Ability and willingness to follow directions as well as the ability to work independently
• Self-motivated
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process

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These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria.

All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent and inclusive hiring practices globally.