Job Description

Grind Operator – Houston, TX 77003

Employer: Confidential Industrial Manufacturer (Felony-Friendly Employer*)

Job Purpose: Process new and damaged cylindrical components to meet customer specifications and tolerances.

Location

Houston, TX 77003

Felony-Friendly Employer Policy

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing second chances. Applicants with felony convictions are encouraged to apply; however, no theft or violence-related convictions will be accepted.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Operate OD and/or ID grinding machines with precision and accuracy.
• Use necessary hand tools and precision instruments to grind parts to required specifications.
• Read and interpret micrometers, blueprints, and work order travelers.
• Complete all written documentation, entries, and signatures required by the work order traveler.
• Immediately report any part or process deviations to the supervisor or quality inspector.
• Perform basic liquid penetrant examinations as required by the work order traveler.
• Safely operate jib and overhead cranes.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on assigned equipment (check lubricant levels, clean, inspect, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times.
• Participate in on-the-job training and demonstrate continuous improvement toward independent operation.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to read and understand English for documentation and drawings.
• Experienced Operators: Minimum one (1) year of grinding or related machining experience.
• Trainee Operators: Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Trainees will receive at least four (4) weeks of supervised instruction.
  • Instructor will determine readiness for independent machine operation.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain required personal hand tools.
  • Company offers a payroll-deduction tool purchase program until the balance is satisfied.

Compensation & Pay Scale:

• Hourly pay is based on skill level and performance evaluation.

Skill Level-Hourly Rate:

• EXPERT$37.00
• SPEC+$35.00
• SPECIALIST$33.00
• TECH+$31.00
• TECH$29.50
• A+$27.50
• A$26.00
• B+$24.00
• B$22.50
• C+$21.25
• C$20.00

Pay rate determined by demonstrated skill, experience, and performance reviews.

Training & Evaluation:

• Evaluation method: On-the-job observation over a minimum of four (4) weeks.
• Continuous performance monitoring to ensure compliance with production standards and safety.

*Note: This employer values rehabilitation and opportunity. Candidates with non-violent, non-theft felony convictions are encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Traineeship, Immediate start,

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