Grinding and Deburring Operator

Job Summary:

The Deburr Operator performs a variety of operations to remove burrs or sharp edges, clean surfaces on any bars or parts manufactured, prior to final inspection.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Properly and safely loads and unloads raw materials.
• Proficient in the use of measuring instruments.
• Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
• Use belt sanders, abrasive charged wheels, fixtures, foot or hand presses, files, scrapers, solvents, and other hand tools.
• Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance regarding set up.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows safety regulations.
• Must be able to perform but not limited to the following tasks: drilling, tumbling deburring, bench operations and inspection of parts.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per the PM charts.
• Must be familiar with the basic machine functions in order to perform the tasks stated above.
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Assists in the organization and maintenance of the machine shop work environment.
• Provides constant feedback and input into process improvement within the department.
• Basic understanding and ability to follow manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Utilizes and abides by ISO requirements and safety procedures.
• Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
• Communicates thoughts and ideas, both verbally and in writing, to co-workers and management
• Attend scheduled meetings and actively participate by providing meaningful input.
• Flexibility with time and schedule to assure availability to customer or company as circumstances warrant.
• Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills.
• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience:

• Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques.
• 3+ years preferred experience and /or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, and reach the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
• Frequently required to perform repetitive or short-cycles work.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles resulting from metalworking coolants/oils.
• The noise level in the work environment is generally loud, in which hearing protection is required.