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Maxcess

Grinder Operator

Maxcess, Mansfield, Texas, United States, 76063

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The following position is responsible for the grinding process in the manufacturing cycle. The work assigned is based upon the individual’s training, experience, and ability. The roll grinder is expected to perform the requirements of the job per the Standard Operating Procedures and specific job instructions recorded on the job router. The supervisor may assign specific equipment or other tasks at their discretion.

Job Duties

Reading and interpreting production schedules, job router cards, blueprints, non-conformance reports, and any other materials that summarize requirements for the grinding of rubber rolls.

Locating and retrieving rolls to the grinding production area utilizing overhead cranes and various material‑handling equipment.

Preparing the individual rolls for installation in the grinding equipment, using knives to trim back rubber from the rollers prior to installing the rollers into the equipment, and cleaning steel surfaces of rollers using hand or mechanical equipment, such as die‑grinders or sheet abrasive/polishing materials.

Setting the grinding equipment, installing special grinding wheels or attachments, adjusting and setting tooling on tool posts, installing live‑centers, chucks, extensions, dogs, etc.

Aligning the rollers in the equipment to meet all dimensional requirements of the job order, including adjustment for taper, TIR, roller surface finish, and finish dimensions.

Measuring all required dimensions and understanding the relationship of the dimensions to the specific requirements of the job.

Utilizing all inspection and measurement equipment per procedure and instruction, including durometer gauges, pi‑tapes, P&J gauges, micrometers, vernier diameter tapes, dial indicators, profilometers, temperature‑indicating devices, and others as needed.

Completing the grinding operation and inspecting the finished product to ensure that all requirements are met.

Completing all necessary paperwork, inspection reports, job router information, and operator sign‑off on the job.

Cleaning all metal and rubber surfaces prior to protective wrapping.

Unloading the grinding equipment safely and without damage or harm to personnel, equipment, or finished product.

Delivering the finished product to a designated storage area or shipping container.

Safely operating the grinding equipment to produce the desired results and meet the specific job requirement.

Maintaining a clean work environment: floors swept, supplies properly stored, equipment cleaned and well maintained.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Language Skills: Read, write, and understand English.

Read mechanical blueprints and interpret technical documents.

Write legible documentation conforming to prescribed style and format.

Communicate effectively.

Mathematical Skills

Utilize all inspection and measurement equipment per procedure and instruction, including durometer gauges, micrometers, vernier diameter tapes, dial indicators, profilometers, temperature‑indicating devices, and others as needed.

Understand and apply basic math, including accurate addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Other Skills

Learn and utilize safe operating procedures.

Strong reasoning ability.

Physical Requirements

Stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time.

Reach by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.

Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently.

Required ability to use finger and hand dexterity to manipulate objects and lift 50 pounds.

Vision ability within normal parameters.

Hearing within normal range.

Coordination to step over and maneuver around obstacles.

Demonstrate safe operating habits.

Education and Experience

High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction

Software Development

IT Services and IT Consulting

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