Grinder/Chipper

Baker Manufacturing Company

Job Description

Job Title:  Grinder/Chipper 1st shift 

Compensation:

Schedule: 1st Shift 5 am -3:30pm Monday-Thursday 

OT required on a week-to-week basis on Fridays and Saturdays 

 $5000 SIGN ON BONUS (ask for details)  

GRINDER/CHIPPER SUMMARY

The Grinder/Chipper is responsible for grinding and chipping metal workpieces to shape edges, remove excess material, and eliminate defects such as cracks and holes, following job orders, blueprints, and work instructions. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols to maintain product quality and workplace safety.

GRINDER/CHIPPER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position workpieces manually or using a jib crane.
• Insert and operate appropriate grinding wheels or chisels in portable grinders or power hammers.
• Guide tools along specified guidelines or maneuver workpieces around stationary grinding wheels.
• Inspect workpieces for defects and quality standards.
• Grind portable parts on pedestal grinders and remove sharp edges, burrs, pits, and cracks.
• Clean excess metal, splatter, and rust to improve the appearance of workpieces.
• Dress and maintain grinding wheels.
• Read and follow detailed work instructions, job orders, and supervisor directives.
• Accurately record workpiece counts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GRINDER/CHIPPER QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grinding Experience is a Plus 
• High school diploma or GED, or 1–3 months of related experience/training preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, memos, and work orders.
• Basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers.
• Ability to apply common sense to follow detailed but straightforward instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to detect material defects.
• Regularly required to stand and use hands.
• Frequently required to walk, reach with arms, and communicate effectively.
• Must regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Profit Sharing, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays. 

 $5000 SIGN ON BONUS (ask for details)  

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