Sand Finishing Grinder at ALCON INDUSTRIES INC

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grinding, Metalworking, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Safety Awareness, Physical Stamina, Teamwork, Time Management

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: CLEVELAND, OH 44102 Job Title: Grinder Reports to: Sand Finishing Supervisor Location: Cleveland, Ohio Travel Required: No Hourly Rate Based on Experience - $17.00 Entry Level Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Classification Hourly Non-Exempt JD Prepared Date: May 2024 Job Description Summary Grinders move metal objects such as castings, billets, machine parts, sheet metal subassemblies, or arrowheads, against abrasive wheels of bench grinders to grind, smooth, or rough finish objects to specifications by performing the below responsibilities. Benefits Medical Insurance Company Paid Dental, Vision, Life, and Short Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance Safe Harbor Non-Elective 401(k) Plan + Match Paid Holidays Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) Weekly Paid Opportunities for Growth Roles and Responsibilities: Clamps workpiece in work holder, jig, or holds it in hand, and feeds it against rotating grinding wheel to remove excess metal, scratches, or burs. Examines or measures workpieces for conformance to standards. Guides dressing tool across the wheel to the true surface. Replaces worn wheels. Selects and mounts abrasive wheels of different grit sizes to a grinder to obtain specified finish on workpieces. Starts pump and directs coolant flow against wheels. Qualifications & Physical Demands: 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. Ability to apply sound judgment and understanding to carry out one-to-two-step instructions. Capacity to deal with standardized situations. Grinders are regularly required to stand 100% of their shift and frequently required to walk. Uses all of their upper (i.e., hands, arms, etc.) to complete molds. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, steel toe metatarsal shoes/boots, & safety glasses must be worn while on the production floor and performing this role. 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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration and is occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures. Desired Behavioral Competencies: Behaves Ethically — Ensures own behavior is consistent with Alcon standards and aligns with the values of the organization. Impact and influence — works effectively with and through others including where no formal authority exists. Achievement Motivation — results oriented. Sets high standards and objectives. Communicate Effectively— Speak, listen, and write in a professional, clear, thorough, and timely manner. Negotiating – presents positions in a reasoned manner, seeks win-win outcomes but understands when to say no. Effective at building support and is adept at creating a shared vision. Decision-making — Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization. Organize— Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information, and activities. Problem Solving— Assesses problematic situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations with a hands-on approach. Alcon Industries, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualifications

Responsibilities

Grinders are responsible for moving metal objects against abrasive wheels to grind, smooth, or finish them according to specifications. They must also examine workpieces for conformance to standards and replace worn wheels as necessary.