Precision Grinder jobs in Portsmouth, VA

The Grinder is responsible for operating grinding machines during the assembly and manufacturing process to perform precision smoothing, polishing, or grinding. The Grinder will utilize quality standards while achieving maximum efficiency. The Grinder is a member of the Fabrication team. This position reports to the Fabrication Lead.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

• Read and interpret blueprints in order to smooth, polish or grind parts.
• Communicates effectively to the immediate supervisor the status of needed parts to grind units.
• Selects, calibrates, and uses a variety of grinding machine attachments and other standard manufacturing equipment.
• Deburrs, buffs or polishes materials to specifications.
• Examine work pieces for defects ensure conformance to specifications.
• Ensures that safety devices are operative.
• Operate standard hand and power grinding tools.
• Utilize any specialized tooling that is required in the respective area. Complete any required certifications for specialized tooling.
• Work at different workstations in production on an as-needed basis.
• Ensure all activities comply with company and ISO policies and procedures.
• Utilize Shop Floor Manager (SFM) labor reporting.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school education or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Solid verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Proven ability to use general measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, angle finders, and metal thickness gauges.

Bauer Compressors is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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