Surface Grinder Operator

Professional Plastics is a leading distributor of high-performance engineering plastic shapes. We provide the widest range of engineering plastics, composites & technical ceramics in the marketplace. Established in 1984, Professional Plastics has grown to 22 locations across the USA, Singapore & Taiwan. We are a family-owned and operated business that values hard work, integrity and ethics.

Professional Plastics is currently offering great career opportunities. We are interested in hiring motivated professionals who share our core values and desire to be part of a dynamic team. Professional Plastics is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following, as well as other duties that may be assigned.

Plans and performs a variety of machine operations utilizing numerical controlled machines, i.e. Surface Grinder and saws to machine plastic or metal work pieces to specifications by performing the following duties

Interprets complicated drawings, program sheets, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done

Performs diversified operations on numerical controlled machines

Performs a variety of related operations to close and interrelated tolerances

Reviews setup sheet and specifications to determine sequence and dimensions of finished work piece

Attaches fixtures to machine according to setup instructions

Manipulates controls to start machine

Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions

Performs a variety of inspection and gaging operations to insure maintenance of quality standards and specifications

Measures work piece for conformance to specifications

Notifies Supervisor of discrepancies

Adjusts machine according to specifications

Cleans machine parts and performs machine maintenance

In Process inspection and deburring

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other specifications

Familiarity with measuring tools and their use

Knowledge of different types of grinding wheels and their applications

Understanding and adhering to safety procedures

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during the grinding process

Education and Experience: (Required and preferred educational and experiential qualifications)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience with surface grinding machines and related tools

Benefits Package:

DailyPay - Earned Wage Access

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

401K Plan with Company Match

Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Morgan Stanley Financial Advice

Short Term Disability

Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

MetLife Legal Plan

Norton LifeLock

LifeMart Employee Discounts

Physical Demands (Warehouse/Machine Shop): The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment (Warehouse/Machine Shop): The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Certain areas of the work environment may have elevated noise levels and require hearing protection.

Job Type: Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

Full Time