Precision Grinder jobs in Pennsylvania

SUMMARY

This mid-level position is responsible as an individual or in a team for the manufacturing quality tool and die component in a timely routine manner, under the direction of the Component Grinding Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Precision Surface Grinder 2 (PSG2)

The incumbent is responsible to grind/manufacture any job to expected quality specifications with moderate to little supervision.

Must be able to se up and operate manual surface grinding equipment.

Follows procedures, utilizes full technical ability, experience, and knowledge to safely manufacture dies, parts, and spare parts in a timely manner consistent with quality and SOP (“Standard Operating Procedure”) requirements.

Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and fixturing to be used to fabricate parts.

Independently, or with the assistance of Lead Surface Grinder (LSG) selects proper abrasives to be used to manufacture various steels, powdered metals, and carbide.

Independently computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines grinding method and sequence of operations with minimal assistance needed.

Inspects parts before and after grinding for inconsistencies.

Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for grinding, as needed, with minimal to no supervision.

Must be able to set up and use dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, sin bars, planers gage independently.

Sets up and operates machine tools such as precision surface grinders (precision grinding to include wet, surface, CNC, Jig, etc.), to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.  May operate multiple machines, depending upon assigned work area.

May be required to setup and program CNC surface grinders, once trained.

Has the ability to consistently hold tolerances of .0002”.

Maintains all acceptable surface finishes per the function of the part with minimal supervision.

Supports PS1 on performing required preventive maintenance on assigned machine(s), as needed.

Supports PS1 in diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment or system failures.

Verifies dimensions, stock allowance, and conformity independently.

Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part when applicable.

Investigates problems that arise while performing a job and applies problem solving techniques to attempt to resolve problems.

Maintains focus on productivity, maximizing uptime and records time accurately.

Participates in root cause and closure of NCRs with follow up measures.

Completes required paperwork accurately and efficiently to verify work.

Properly tracks time worked using required methods and systems with minimal errors.

Participates in training and cross training efforts, as assigned.

Initiates action to correct quality and safety problems or notifies others of issues as appropriate.

May be required to train or assist PSG1 employees.

General

Embraces and participates in JV’s Safety culture, always keeping Safety as the #1 priority.  Conforms to and follows all safety rules, production, and quality directives.  Maintains cleanliness of work area to meet JV standards.

Must be able to communicate through written, verbal, or other means of communication.

Reports any incidents that have occurred in a timely fashion and participates in investigations, as required (i.e., safety, spills, accidents, productivity/workflow).

Makes suggestions, demonstrates a questioning attitude and is supportive and open minded to new and existing ideas/initiatives. 

Maintains positive and supportive employee relations through continuous communication with all colleagues. 

Filing, inventory, administrative, tasks, security, auditing, housekeeping, painting, inspections, telephone calls, ordering, shipping, training, mentoring, updating safety data sheets, and any other duties as assigned.

Performs other duties and assignments, as deemed necessary, to support JV’s dynamic business and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES   

Education -- High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience – Minimum (5) plus years of precision surface grinding experience.

Technology

o    Basic computer skills, including use and navigation of internet/intranet. 

o    Ability to understand and apply appropriate usage of technology in a work environment including virus prevention. 

Knowledge and Competencies – See Appendix A (last page)

o    Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with minimal supervision.

o    Interacts well with customers, vendors, and co-workers from all levels of the organization, when applicable.

o    Proficient in reading prints and understanding terminology.

o    Motivated and willing to learn.

Internal Candidates

o    Minimum four (4) years at Precision Surface Grinder 1 (PSG2).

o    Meets or exceeds overall expectations in formal review for past 1 year.

o    No formal corrective action on record in the previous 12 months from application.  

o    Has eight (8) or less Non-conformance report (NCR) occurrences for past 1 year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Basic Blueprint Reading Class

Possess math skills in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally working within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. 

This position is considered safety sensitive, due to operating machinery and equipment.

The work week is a minimum of 40 hours.  There is additional requested overtime as business and operational needs necessitate. Required work hours, schedules and shifts are subject to change based upon business necessity.  Required reliable transportation applies to all shifts, as assigned.

Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

This role does not require the use of personal electronic devices, however, must conform to multi-factoring authentication (MFA) on any device that uploads JVM electronic applications.

Noise level varies throughout the different work areas.  Must wear appropriate PPE, as required, in work area(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

General – Physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement; ability to climb unusual heights on ladders, to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.