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2nd Shift Grinder Operator voestalpine High Performance Metals LLC voestalpine High Performance Metals' (vHPM) business activities focus on technologically demanding products and solutions in the field of specialty steel. In contrast to many of its competitors, vHPM offers production, sales and important value added services such as heat treatment and coatings from a single hand. This extensive offering is valued by customers throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Key markets include the automotive manufacturing sector, the energy generation sector, exploration of oil and gas, machinery manufacturers, consumer goods producers, aircraft manufacturers and other selected industry segments. vHPM is a market leader in tool steel and also holds leading positions in high-speed steel, valve steel, special engineering steel and other special grades. Customers can rely on well-established brands that have frequently set the standards for the special steel sector over many decades with their innovation and top quality.

Position Description:

Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools that remove excess material or burrs from surfaces, sharpen edges or corners, or buff, hone, or polish metal or plastic work pieces.

Key Responsibilities :

Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measures, gauges or micrometers. Observe machine operations to detect any problems; make necessary adjustments to correct problems. Activate machine start-up switches to grind, lap, hone, debar, shear, or cut work pieces, according to specifications. Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools that remove excess material or burrs from surfaces, sharpen edges or corners, or buff, hone, or polish metal or plastic work pieces. Lift and position work pieces, manually or with hoists, and secure them in hoppers or on machine tables, faceplates, or chucks, using clamps. Measure workpieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices. Follows all company Quality and Safety procedures at all times and reports any unsafe conditions. Performs all essential duties and any other duties assigned by his supervisor

Position Requirements:

Previous experience with surface grinders, Blanchard grinders Must be able to read write and interpret English language Must be able to read tape measures and micrometers. Must be able to interpret and understand basic math including fractions and decimals Must be able to pass company forklift and overhead crane training course.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance