Grinder - 1st Shift Woodstock, IL

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance permanent magnets, flexible composites, electromagnets, magnetic assemblies, and precision thin metal foils. Arnold's magnets, metals, and systems are used in high-efficiency electric motors and generators, sensors, batteries, and more.

- Selects specific tools and equipment to finish products according to design specifications

Duties & Responsibilities

- Set up and operate any of the types of finish grinding machines.

- Select speeds and feeds, according to material, to achieve optimum results.

- Select grinding wheels within a limited range for operation.

- Dress wheels.

- Check dimensions and tolerances.

- Make adjustments to maintain standards.

- Detect faulty operation or defective materials, correct and report to the supervisor.

- Assists in the dismantle of machines and removes parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.

- Keep machines clean and make/assist in making machine repairs.

- Maintain job order and production records.

- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.

- Knowledge of grinding machines and tools.

- 6-12 months experience grinding is preferred

- Basic mathematical skills in arithmetic, algebra, and their applications.

- Familiar with drawings and precision measuring instruments.

- Active listener who can give full attention to trainer, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate.

- Capacity for learning; understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

- Ability to recognize when there is an issue with machinery and identify that something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.

- Good written and verbal communication skills.

- Must be able to understanding information in a work-related document.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

- May be exposed to industrial oils, toner, coolants, solvents, lubricants, adhesive and other chemicals. NOTE: All safety precautions will be used.

- Could work in areas with excessive noise

- Exposure to fumes

- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds

- Standing for extended periods of time

- Physical agility to move quickly, climb ladders

- Able to twist and bend while moving cores

- 1st Shift Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30PM

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/General Identity/Disability/Veteran