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MeritHall Inc

Die Chaser - Polisher - Day, Afternoon, Midnight- $16

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A Grinder or Sharpener operates grinding machinery used to sharpen metal tools and blades.

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Job Description

Die Chaser
  • Polisher
  • Day, Afternoon, Midnight
  • $16 MeritHall Inc Garden City, MI Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy English High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Driver's License Computer skills Manufacturing Hand tools Polishing Full Job Description Die Chaser
  • Polisher All Shifts
  • Garden City & Livonia
  • $16 Per Hour Hiring for All Three Shifts for the Garden City and/or Livonia Locations, with potential shift and location change based on business needs.
(Train on Day shift for two months). Die Chaser/Polishers are responsible for polishing, cleaning, inspecting, and resurfacing the cavities and bores of die castings by using hand tools and machines, help to repair and/or replace any damaged dies, preparing and set up of dies and die components for current and future use as workload demands, and maintain proper keeping-placement of all dies and die shop components for current and future use.
This position requires:
Punctuality Excellent Attendance Availability to work in multiple plant facilities Use of various hand tools and instruments Extreme temperatures. Physical ability to perform duties assigned including but not limited to: Extensive standing/walking Extensive bending/kneeling/squatting Continuous lifting up to 75 pounds from floor to average waist-high platform Duties include but are not limited to: Inspect and Polish dies so they are ready for production Assist in die corrections Load, start and monitor nitrider Deliver the dies to presses according to schedule and bring back extruded dies for caustic/storage Responsible for maintenance of all extrusion dies to achieve maximum productivity Polish dies after die correction is completed Must have previous experience of die polishing and/or correction Must possess the working ability and/or willingness to work with caustic solution Run the dies through the caustic solution to clean excess aluminum out of the die Assemble and break down tooling assemblies Make sure the dies are clean and there are no remaining aluminum remnants left Die storage
  • putting the dies away and retrieval
  • taking the dies out of storage Ensure a safe and clean work environment Wear safety equipment and follow safety protocol Operating hand tool including Hammer and chisel Clean work area end of shift Knowledge of production operation and experience in manufacturing environment Perform any other assignments given
Minimum Requirements:
Must have knowledge of Dies/Die Shop, but willing to train; training will be on days for a period of time until competent, then transfer to midnights Must be 18years or older Must be able to read and write in English fluently with proficiency Must have at least a High School Diploma, GED. Certification or Associate Degree in Manufacturing is a plus Must have basic computer skills Must be reliable, punctual and maintain excellent attendance Must be able to work shift assigned and be flexible with scheduling (either afternoons or midnights) based on business needs Must be willing to work between plant locations (Garden City and Livonia) Must possess good attitude Must be able to work well with others in a team environment Must be able to follow directions and perform assignments given through completion Possess knowledge of safety and productivity around the aluminum extrusion press is a plus
Pre-Employment Screening:
Must possess a valid Driver's License (to travel between plants as scheduled/assigned) Must be able to pass stringent Background Check, Drug Screening, and Medical Exam (any of these may be required)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00 Per Hour This is intended to be a
TEMP-TO-HIRE
Opportunity.
Submit Candidate Resumes to:
HR Assistant Schedule a Pre-Placement Job Site interview with Crystal to determine the Start Date and Wage.
Shift/Hours:
Monday through
Friday:
Day/First Shift:
5AM to 3
PM Afternoon/Second Shift:
3PM to 1
AM Midnight/Third Shift:
11PM to 7
AM Training:
Day shift 5AM-1PM Saturdays and Sundays, As Required and Directed, Same Flexible Shift Hours.
Break:
25 Minute Paid Break, Employees MUST Punch-out if they leave the facility during break and will not be paid.
Drug Screen and Background Check Required:
Enhanced Nationwide, NSOPW, 10-Panel Drug Screen With THC, Motor Vehicle Report. No Violent Crime or Sex Offender Felony Convictions allowed.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance
Experience:
Die Shop:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person