Job Description
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SUMMARY: Sets up and operates manual and automatic manufacturing equipment for the testing and finishing of organic bonded grinding wheels by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH AND SAFETY Processes abrasive wheels of various sizes while minimizing waste, maximizing machine operator safety and observing good housekeeping standards.
Comply with ISO Environmental Policies as it pertains to the company and job.
Reduce waste at the source by observing and understanding potential causes of waste streams in the work area.
Responsible for maintaining the workstation per 5S guidelines, which includes maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Complies with Company policies (Safety, Documented Procedure, etc.).
Places waste in appropriate designated labeled containers and makes sure lids are properly closed after disposal of waste. Examples of waste are: Contaminated rags, empty aerosol cans, defective lime, etc.
Reports abnormal conditions, such as overflowing barrels and missing identification to supervisor in charge.
Performs SMAT audits when required thought out the year.
Performs “One Minute to Think” before starting any assigned job.
Able to read PPE assessment forms and comply with PPE requirements.
Brings to management’s attention any Environmental, Health and Safety alerts throughout the year by submitting a safety alert form.
Maintains a clean and safe work area in order to avoid safety incidents, such as slips, trips, scrapes, etc.
Reports amount of good wheels produced as well as waste product against proper waste codes.
QUALITY Processes abrasive wheels of various sizes while recording productivity, and maximizing machine efficiency while performing minor maintenance and tooling functions.
Comply with ISO Quality Policies as it pertains to the company and job.
Performs machine set up, first piece inspection, reports major problems to supervisory
personnel, and assists maintenance when repairs are necessary.
Able to plot daily SPC on a written form or in Windows SPC computer program. Also required
to analyze SPC graphs and react to quality specification trends, while maintaining process control limits.
Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
Job Requirements Works at different work stations as production needs require at Making and Finishing within short notice.
Able to work overtime as required and be flexible with assigned or rotating shifts
(1st, 2nd, 3rd) and hours (8, 10, 12 hrs.) when needed.
Must be able to report required information accurately into manufacturing orders and may be required to enter data in SAP.
Ensures product is within engineered control limits and specifications by making adjustments when needed.
Follows the manufacturing order, obtains the correct sub components and other raw materials necessary to process the order.
Feeds raw materials to machinery, as needed.
Must be able to work on a team, which requires group problem solving, effective listening and effective speaking capabilities. Possess personal initiative and be able to work unsupervised.
Able to interact with a group of employees to gather data, populate information in a spreadsheet and present findings during daily group toolbox meetings.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities
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QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechanical aptitude or background helpful.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, manufacturing orders, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with SPC concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: May be required to operate a powered industrial truck.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to organic chemical odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. Frequently, is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ability to communicate with others by talking and hearing is required.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds.
COMMENTS: Typical examples of machinery required to be operated by an individual within this job category would be the Auto Core Out Cell, Maxi Poggi Speed Tester Cell, Ceramic Line Cell and all machines lower than this job grade.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive description of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position as they may be changed at management discretion or in response to business demands.
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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