Grinding Operator

Grinding Operator
Shift: 1st 5am-3:30pm
2nd 3:30pm-2am
Location: Houston, TX 77082 (Energy Corridor)
Start: ASAP
Pay: $18/ hour

The Grinding operator assists the Grinding group with grinding fittings, joint restraints, and other items as needed. This position is accountable for maintaining a safe, efficient, and accurate grinding /warehouse operation, ensuring the best possible service for the customer and coworkers, a standard we are proud to uphold.

Essential Functions

• Must have experience with castings and fittings and know how to grind castings
• Want to learn grinding and essential warehouse operations
• Must have grinding experience in casting and fittings
• Must have experience with hand tools/grinding tools and pneumatic air equipment
• Should be able to perform any other activity assigned from time to time
• Maintains Grinding Booths/warehouse and yard environments to provide the cleanest and
• safest environment possible
• Must be able to carry at least 45lbs constantly

Duties and Responsibilities

• Has the product been inspected for accuracy and quality
• Packages products per Star Pipe Products’ standards
• Must wear proper PPE while in the Griding booth area
• Must wear goggles while working in the grinding area
• Sweeps floors; operates the floor scrubber
• Must be able to wear a respirator for extended periods of time
• Collects and disposes of trash from Grinding booths, warehouses, and yard
• Inspects bins, equipment, and warehouse for safety; takes appropriate safety precautions and wears proper personal protective equipment
• Communicates issues such as equipment damage, incidents, safety concerns, etc., to management
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

Required:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of experience completing warehouse tasks

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of grinding experience in a production or manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc:

Required:

• Excellent situational awareness
• Excellent attention to detail

Preferred:

• Clear, concise, and accurate communication skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Basic computer experience
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Knowledge of 6s and Lean Manufacturing

Physical Demands

• Able to lift, move, and carry materials up to 45 pounds constantly.
• Will be required to reach, stand, walk, or crouch during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to be on feet continuously during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to lift 45 lbs frequently during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to climb 4 feet onto and off of a fork truck repetitively during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to kneel and bend at the knees frequently during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to push and pull 300 lbs with a pallet jack frequently during a 10-hour shift
• Must be able to use wrist and hands frequently during a 10-hour shift