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Amsted Rail
CUP CONE GRINDING OPERATOR - Day & Night
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Manufacturing or Production Technician works with manufacturing equipment and machinery. Performs set up and tests, monitors, adjusts and repairs machines used to produce products or other machines. Inspects equipment, troubleshoots problems with machines or designs.
$64,761 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
CUP CONE GRINDING OPERATOR
- Day & Night at Amsted RailCUP CONE GRINDING OPERATOR
- Day & Night at Amsted Rail in Petersburg, Virginia Posted in about 19 hours ago.Type:
Full-Time Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Cup Cone Operator operates and maintains a line to perform multiple grinding functions on metal work pieces. Producing precision parts by applying knowledge of procedures to meet the customer's expectations and Amsted Rail's procedures and standards.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation. Adhere to plant-wide safety, ergonomics and environmental requirements defined by Amsted Rail; outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety program Measure dimensions of processed work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using gauges, in accordance with the departmental quality plan Check condition of work for defects Assist Setup personnel with changing over of work, attachments for various work lines/cells Select and safely use hand and power tools Lift machine components and position manually or with hoists or cranes Monitor transfer conveyors for proper operation Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems Adjust machine parameters using manual or automatic settings, change or adjust machine controls when machines malfunction or parts fall out of conformance Record production run information in the company computer system Understand operational sequences and dimensions of finished work piecesDepartment Specific Functions:
Select program into machine control units to start operation Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment Troubleshoot part compliance and equipment problems Remove and replace worn grinding wheels Operate forklift to state part bins for processing Monitor gantry devices and load/unload robots To be considered a candidate must be able to meet the following qualifications: Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening Lift, push & pull 10 to 50 lbs. Wear department required, employer provided, personal protection equipment (PPE) Be able to regularly stand and move throughout the department and shift Mechanical aptitude and prior industrial experience a plus Why Choose Amsted Rail Petersburg?Employee Ownership:
Annual stock awards (10% of compensation) 401(k)Match:
Up to 4% dollar-for-dollarComprehensive Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 daysCompetitive Pay:
Competitive hourly rate, considering prior experience for additional pay, plus annual bonus eligibility potentialCareer Growth:
On the job training, pay for skill and advancement opportunitiesWork-Life Balance:
Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, Day Shift schedule (7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.), Night Shift schedule (7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.)Additional Offerings:
Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount Programs Amsted Rail's commitment toAffirmative Action:
Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com. #ff-dd-ovBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance