Crushing, Grinding, and Mixing Machine Operator jobs in Minnesota

Job Duties:

• Machine engine parts to specifications, using machine tools, shapers, or grinders.
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
• Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
• Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools or power tools to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
• Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
• Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
• Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Evaluate machining procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency or adaptability.

Qualifications:

• 2 year of manual machining or machine operating
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours
• Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively.
• Experience using inspection tools like micrometers and calipers- required.
• Set up experience is a plus