Job title:  Grinder Operator

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Reporting to the Plant Superintendent, the Grinder Operator must perform a skilled level of work in the grinding of a compound rubber stock, polyurethane, and composite that is applied to a customer’s roll. The Grinder Operator is required to monitor the progress of the grinding to ensure that the roll meets the correct diameter that the customer’s roll requires. Assignments are received in the form of tickets that are on the schedule board and the plant factory order. Work methods and procedures are determined by company policy. On the job training will be provided that meets these specifications and requirements, and the employee is expected to maintain these standards after completion of training period.   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: 

The grinder operator must learn the following skills:

• Read and understand a plant factory order
• Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time
• Understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
• Learn job related material primarily through oral instructions and observation. This learning takes place mainly in an on the job training setting.
• Work cooperatively with other employees
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others
• Controlled manipulation of a large piece of equipment
• Coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously
• Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time

Knowledge of:

• Job related materials
• The tools, materials, methods and standard practices of grinders
• The hazards and safety precautions of operating moving equipment
• Basic computer skills for programming grinder
• Knowledge to operate an overhead crane

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50lbs or standing and/or walking for more than eight hours per day

Additional Requirements:

• Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon the work location, assignment, or shift.
• Overtime hours requested but not mandatory

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: On the job training will be provided since the grinding process can vary due to product requirements and production environment.
• Languages: English
• Basic knowledge of grinder operation
• Evening Shift

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability Insurance
• 4 day workweek (10 hour shifts)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.