Grinder

Grinder

Vitesse Systems LLC, Clinton, Massachusetts, United States – Manufacturing

Grinder – MA

Department: Grinding Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt Revision Date: May 2026

Summary:

The Grinder inspects products as they are produced, removing defective pieces and providing finishing touches by hand. May require completion of an apprenticeship and/or formal training in the area of specialty. Commitment to and support of the Company Core Values are key to success.

• Inspect machinery and work pieces to ensure compliance with specifications and reduce malfunctions.
• Ensure grinding wheels are dressed according to specifications to maintain peak machine capability.
• Stop any machines upon discovery of a problem and make adjustments promptly to minimize downtime.
• Provide quality control by inspecting work pieces as they come out of the equipment and removing any defective pieces.
• Operate polishing and grinding equipment to grind metal work pieces to prescribed specifications for high-quality products.
• Finish products by hand using hand tools to ensure surfaces are filed or finished appropriately.
• Keep all equipment running by inspecting and performing basic maintenance, including lubrication, cleaning, and scheduling repairs when needed.
• Identify potential issues and recommend corrective action measures.
• Complete all paperwork and documentation required with the order.
• Meet customer requirements by following work instructions, including work orders and specification sheets.
• Operate equipment independently and safely while meeting required quality standards.
• Follow company personnel and product safety requirements.
• Follow proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Uphold the company core values.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is a lead but has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods, and standard practices of the trade.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Adaptability to a changing work environment and competing demands.
• Knowledge and experience necessary for the position.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Capability to read drawings and inspect the work being performed.

• Stand, walk, sit, and use hands/fingers continuously; occasional climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Lift or move up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally; repetitive hand/wrist activities.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision required; ability to adjust focus.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Computer skills sufficient to log in and out of ERP and payroll time tracking software.

• Actively supports and complies with Vitesse Systems objectives, guidelines, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective inter-level cooperation.
• Completes assignments within specified timeframe.
• Flexible regarding working hours and overtime (even without advanced notice).
• Operates in fast-paced environments and handles multiple projects simultaneously.

High school diploma or GED; or 1 year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to speak and understand basic safety and manufacturing instructions.

Ability to add and subtract up to four decimal places; multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.

Apply common sense to carry out detailed but unobligated instructions; deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Authorization to work in the United States.

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