Grinding Operator

Job DescriptionPosition Overview:This role oversees all shift activity in the grinding room. In this role, you will operate all grinders, forklift truck, and department equipment.Shift- NightsCompensation: $18.57-$21.85Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Operates grinders (i.e. hand and pedestal) to remove excess flashing in a safe manner by inspecting grinder for proper adjustment, cracks or chips in the wheel and overall working condition.Demonstrate the ability to recognize the different grades of materials; ensure that regrind is not mixed or contaminated.Properly identify and tag all boxes of regrind.Complete appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities.Inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects.Assemble, load, and/or unload materials to designated area using appropriate equipment including forklift, clamp lift, barcode readers and safety equipmentTroubleshoots work related problems by trying to determine the source of the problem.Performs minor maintenance on the grinders (replacing wheels and bits).Observe all housekeeping, standard work, and safety guidelines.Skills and CompetenciesMechanical aptitude demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Must be able to stand on your feet and work for an entire 12-hour shiftsEducation and/or Experience Requirements (Qualifications)Qualified candidates will have 1-year experience in a fast-paced production environment with some mechanical knowledge of industrial systems.Successful completion of lift truck/forklift certification programMinimum of 2 years lift truck/clamp truck experience working in a fast-paced logistics environment preferredMechanical aptitude demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required.Physical Requirements and Work Environment:Must be able to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to stand on your feet and work for an entire 12-hour shifts