RG Operator

North American Stainless; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless in Ghent, KY, is seeking a Z-Mill Roll Grinder Operator to manage all operating functions of the roll grinding unit to meet productivity and quality goals outlined in our quality system.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Z-Mill roller to schedule rolls, placing rolls on staging tables and setting up grinders, and grinding Z-Mills per instructions (work, first intermediate, drive, idles).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to operate grinders and follow work instructions.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Z-Mill roller and create schedule of needed rolls based on width and gauge of material scheduled to run through Z-Mill.
• Place rolls on staging tables and set up grinders.
• Per work instructions, grind the Z-Mills; work, first intermediate, drive, and idles.
• Build bearing housings for intermediate rolls.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Z-Mill Roll Grinder Operator is responsible for all operating functions of the roll grinding unit listed below. Operation of the Roll Grinding equipment must be understood fully with a focus on utilizing the equipment to achieve productivity and quality goals as outlined in our quality system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Coordinate with Z-Mill roller and create schedule of needed rolls based on width and gauge of material scheduled to run through Z-Mill
• 2. Place rolls on staging tables and set up grinders
• 3. Per work instructions, grind the Z-Mills; work, first intermediate, drive, and idles
• 4. Build bearing housings for intermediate rolls.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Other duties as assigned
• 2. Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

High school degree or equivalent (GED)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Mobility in plant
• While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
• The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual ability with or without correction
• Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

• 1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• 2. Follow Company safety rules
• 3. Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
• 4. Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:
  • a. Safety shoes
  • b. Safety glasses
  • c. Hearing protection
  • d. Hard Hat
  • e. Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
  • f. Fire Retardant clothing
  • g. Acid PPE
• 5. Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy
• 6. Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines
• 7. Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
• 8. Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• 1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• 2. Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

• 1. Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
• 2. Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
• 3. Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
• 4. Abiding by all security procedures
• 5. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• 6. Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
• 7. Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills