Polishing Operator 2nd Shift

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc.; Latrobe, Northern (Westmoreland County, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc. in Latrobe, PA seeks a Polisher to perform diversified polishing operations to achieve proper surface finish and to ensure quality, safety, and process standards.

The role involves interpreting drawings, selecting diamond compounds, setting up polishing machines, and conducting inspection at multiple stages. The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to stand, lift up to 20 pounds, and read technical instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read at a technical level and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Interprets drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Reviews specifications to determine polishing sequence and dimensions of finished work piece.
• Selects proper grade of diamond compound to achieve required surface finish.
• Setup and operate polishing machine using fixtures and tapes as instructed.
• Performs pre, in-process and post inspection and gauging to ensure quality.

Skills

Reading drawings

Inspection equipment

Quality control

Lean methods

Teamwork

Micrometers

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Quality inspection equipment

Job description

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Performs diversified polishing operations to achieve proper surface finish to produce finished cemented carbide and ceramic parts as per drawing requirements targeting the beverage canning industry. Perform a variety of inspection to ensure quality standards. The Polisher must have a “Safety First” mindset and will ensure that Hyperion M&T conforms to all applicable safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interprets drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Reviews specifications to determine polishing sequence and dimensions of finished work piece.
• Selects proper grade of diamond compound to achieve required surface finish.
• Setup and operate polishing machine when required using the proper fixtures and polishing tapes according to instructions.
• Performs pre, in-process and post inspection and gauging operations to ensure quality standards and specifications are met. Records readings as necessary in inspection software.
• Demonstrate ownership of housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Adhere to documented Standard Work, Work Instructions, and applicable JSA documents.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained.
• Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is required to sit while polishing. The employee must frequently lift with assistance and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Accurately use Micrometers and other Quality inspection equipment
• Interprets complicated drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done
• Must be able to read at a technical level and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team-oriented skills and behaviors
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision and be able to interact with
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.

In July 2018, we began an exciting transformation to become an independent company under the ownership of KKR, a leading global investment firm based in the United States that builds stronger companies through employee engagement.

We believe an actively engaged workforce — with people acting and being treated like owners — produces a better company for all. So, in February 2019, we introduced the Hyperion Ownership Participation Program, which empowers our employees by allowing them to share in the value we create together.

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