Polishing Operator 2nd & 3rd Shift

Polishing Operator 2nd & 3rd Shift

Location:

Latrobe, PA, US, 15650 Summary Performs diversified polishing operations to achieve proper surface finish to produce finished cemented carbide and ceramic parts as per drawing requirements targeting the beverage canning industry. Perform a variety of inspection to ensure quality standards. The Polisher must have a "Safety First" mindset and will ensure that Hyperion M&T conforms to all applicable safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interprets drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Reviews specifications to determine polishing sequence and dimensions of finished work piece.
• Selects proper grade of diamond compound to achieve required surface finish.
• Setup and operate polishing machine when required using the proper fixtures and polishing tapes according to instructions.
• Performs pre, in-process and post inspection and gauging operations to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
• Records readings as necessary in inspection software.
• Demonstrate ownership of housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Adhere to documented Standard Work, Work Instructions, and applicable JSA documents.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained.
• Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Qualifications

• Accurately use Micrometers and other Quality inspection equipment.
• Interprets complicated drawings, instructions, and process sheets to determine work to be done.
• Must be able to read at a technical level and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team-oriented skills and behaviors.
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision and be able to interact with.
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is required to sit while polishing.
• The employee must frequently lift with assistance and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.