Grinder

Are you comfortable working with metal, deburring, smoothing, or grinding metal - especially aluminum? Do you need a new opportunity? Do you have a stable work history? Do you have any experience with grinding metal? Our new employees made more than $864.00 with overtime last week – Did you? We are looking for people to work 1st shift based on skills and seniority. Essential Duties: I. Casting Preparation and Grinding Process Castings: Efficiently remove excess metal, including flash, sprues, gates, and risers, from castings using a variety of equipment. Utilize Diverse Tools: Expertly operate and maintain hand-held grinders, back stand grinders, swing grinders, belt sanders, air-powered tools, and band saws to cut and shape parts. Achieve Finish Specifications: Smooth and shape surfaces, blending welds and repairs into surrounding metal to achieve specified tolerances and finish levels. Repair Defects: Execute cosmetic defect repair through techniques such as peening, puttying, and precision grinding. Deburr and Clean: Deburr and clean finished castings to eliminate sharp edges and prepare them for subsequent processes. Remove Cores: Utilize a knockout machine and chisel to effectively remove cores from castings. II. Blasting and Surface Finishing Operate Blasting Equipment: Safely and efficiently operate and maintain tumbler blasting equipment to clean casting surfaces. Optimize Blasting: Adjust blast settings (air pressure, media flow, wheel speed) to achieve optimal cleaning and required surface finish for various materials. Material Handling (Blaster): Load and unload castings into the blaster, safely utilizing hands, hoists, and cranes as required. Maintain Media: Monitor and change or replenish blast media to ensure continuous, high-quality operation. III. Quality Inspection and Documentation Visual Inspection: Conduct thorough visual inspections of all castings for surface defects such as cracks, porosity, or inclusions. Mark and Document: Accurately mark defective areas for repair or final rejection, communicating quality issues to the supervisor. Quality Compliance: Apply date stamps to parts in compliance with documented quality control procedures. Tool Selection: Select and utilize the appropriate grinding wheels, tools, and abrasives based on the specific material and required surface finish. IV. Equipment Maintenance and Safety Equipment Setup and Adjustment: Set up, adjust, and monitor grinders for optimal speed, angle, and performance. Routine Maintenance: Perform routine and preventive maintenance on grinding and blasting equipment (e.g., changing wheels, cleaning filters, lubricating parts). Tool Management: Monitor grinding tools for wear or damage and promptly replace components to maintain efficiency and safety. Safe Operations: Adhere strictly to all safety procedures, including the consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face shields, ear protection, steel toes, safety glasses). Facility Support: Complete daily checklists for motorized equipment (crane/hoist, electric pallet jack, tow motor). Environmental Control: Operate and monitor dust collection and ventilation systems to minimize airborne particles and ensure compliance with environmental standards. General Support: Assist with the handling and movement of castings within the facility, utilizing pallet jacks, cranes, hoists, or forklifts. Workplace Organization: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times. Education and Experience: · High school diploma, GED or equivalent. (Required) · Manufacturing experience. (Required) · 6- 12 months previous grinding experience for new employees. (Preferred) Knowledge and Skills: · Ability to understand written and verbal instructions and documentation. · Testing required for new employees. Working Conditions: · Length of workday is 8 – 10 hours · Exposed to dust, sand, dirt, and extreme temperatures in accordance with seasons · Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs · Pushing and pulling force 40 -70lbs · Safety equipment includes safety glasses, steel toe boots, hard hat, gloves, and hearing protection. Dust mask (optional). Adalet offers the following Benefits: Paid Vacation after 1 year of service 9 paid Holidays 401(k) match 3 different medical plan options FSA, Limited FSA, and HSA Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance options Short Term Disability and more Job Type: Full-time Pay: $13.50 - $21.54 per hour Work Location: In person