RG Operator

North American Stainless; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless seeks a Z-Mill Roll Grinder Operator to manage all steps of grinding rolls for the Z-Mill. You will coordinate with rollers, stage rolls, set up grinders, and follow work instructions to grind the core rolls including drive, first intermediate, and idle positions.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, mobility in a heavy manufacturing environment, and strong hands-on skills with good vision and communication to ensure safe, efficient operations and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mobility in plant and ability to sit/stand/walk as needed.
• Ability to use hands for technical tasks, good vision, and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Z-Mill roller and create schedule of needed rolls based on width and gauge of material.
• Place rolls on staging tables and set up grinders.
• Grind the Z-Mills per work instructions for all related rolls.
• Build bearing housings for intermediate rolls.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mobility

Manual dexterity

Lifting 50 lbs

Communication skills

Visual acuity

Education

High school diploma 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