Shear Operator

Skill & Competency Requirements:


* Must stand, walk, and use hands to handle materials


* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close/distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus


* Required to read and interpret production orders and safety, operating, maintenance, and procedure manuals


* Must have basic knowledge of math, math equations and use of various measuring instruments


* Must work a full-time schedule and overtime as required


* Must have basic computer skills


* Must have problem solving skills, good communication skills, and the ability to work with others

Tools, Machines, and Equipment:


* Forklift


* Micrometer


* Vidigauge


* Grinder Machine


* Tape Measure


* Air Nailer


* Cordless Drill


* Profilometer


* Angle Grinder


* Flipper Table


* Vacuum Lifter


* Computer


* Copy Machine

Job Summary:

Processing of titanium sheets through grinders to meet customer specifications

Fundamental Duties:


* Moves skids of titanium sheet with forklift


* Will physically lift and move titanium sheets in and out of the grinders with the help of conveyors and will physically need to flip and turn the titanium sheet


* Will visually self-inspect the sheet surface and use a grinding tool to remove any defects


* Will use a micrometer and thickness gauge (vidigauge) to check the thickness of the titanium sheet


* Performs minor grinder maintenance


* Performs periodic cleaning of grinder and work area


* Setups up machines and observes machine operation to detect any malfunction and installs large belts on grinders


* Training of precision sheet helpers and grinder operators


* Other duties as assigned