Post Grinding Operator

Sandvik; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) employer contribution

Job summary

Seco Tools, a subsidiary of Sandvik, is seeking a Post Grinding Operator for our Reynoldsville, PA facility. The role involves operating, setting up, and maintaining grinding and cleaning equipment to meet production and quality standards on the second shift.

Ideal candidates will have experience operating industrial grinding equipment, reading drawings and routings, and a solid understanding of inspection methods. Team-oriented environment with strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and setting up industrial manufacturing or grinding equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, routings, and drawings.
• Working knowledge of inspection methods and measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare machinery to meet job requirements and specs.
• Load/unload fixturing and adjust for optimal operation.
• Read production schedules and follow work orders.
• Monitor machine operations and identify issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment and adjust as needed.
• Inspect products per requirements and maintain specs.

Skills

Grinding equipment setup

Reading drawings/instructions

Inspection methods

Troubleshooting

Tools

Shop floor data collection systems

Job description

Job Title: Post Grinding Operator - Round Tool Manufacturing Location: Reynoldsville, PA Shift: Weekend Shift (6:00 AM - 4:00 PM), Friday - Monday; additional hours or other shifts as needed Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent Department: Manufacturing / Tool Grinding

About Us We are a precision manufacturing operation producing high-quality cutting tools and components for customers across a wide range of industries. Our team is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while providing a clean, well-organized, and team-oriented work environment. We are currently seeking a Post Grinding Operator to support our manufacturing operations on second shift.

Position Overview The Post Grinding Operator is responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining departmental grinding and cleaning equipment to meet production requirements and quality specifications. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment while following established work instructions and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare departmental machinery according to Machinery Operating Instruction Manuals to meet job requirements and specifications
• Load and unload fixturing and packaging, making proper adjustments to ensure optimal equipment operation
• Read and follow production schedules, work orders, and operation sequences
• Monitor machine operations, including part movement, gauges, dials, and machine sounds to identify potential issues
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and make necessary adjustments
• Interpret drawings, item attributes, and routings
• Perform inspections according to inspection requirements and Maintain product specifications using appropriate inspection equipment
• Perform routine operator maintenance as required
• Properly use required tooling and systems
• Accurately complete all job-related documentation and shop floor data collection
• Adhere to all aspects of the Quality Management System and safety
• Assist with training additional employees when requested
• Operate and maintain Cleaning Line(s), including loading and unloading pre- and post-cleaning operations
• Perform material handling tasks, including receiving, stocking, and dispatching materials and spare parts as needed
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies
• Coordinate product pickup with carriers when requested, following shipping instructions
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision or management

Qualifications

• Required: Experience operating and setting up industrial manufacturing or grinding equipment
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, routings, and drawings
• Working knowledge of inspection methods and measurement equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Preferred: Previous experience in a grinding or tool manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with cleaning line operations
• Experience with shop floor data collection systemsPrior experience in a quality-driven manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move materials as required
• Manual dexterity to handle parts, tooling, and inspection equipment

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave - 14 weeks at 90% of wage
• Retirement plan options - 5% employer contribution plus a 3% employer match on 6% employee contribution
• Opportunities for skill development and internal advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Seco Tools, a subsidiary of Sandvik, is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation due to a disability at any point during the application process may contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

From our founding in Fagersta Sweden, to today's global company, our business has always been made to measure, but built on trust. Combining Cutting-Edge, precision tools with lasting, personal partnerships, we're a true people company helping our partners discover the future of the manufacturing industry. We're proud to make for makers, invent for inventors, and partner with pioneers. Propelling the future forward with our own obsession for innovation. In short - if the right tool for the job exists, we'll deliver it. If it doesn't, we'll create it. We're also proud to put sustainability at the heart of everything we do, challenging perceptions of our industry, changing the process of manufacturing, and playing our own small part in shaping a brighter looking future.

To learn more, please visit us at www.secotools.com