Specials Grind Operator – 2nd Shift

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English

Perform manual and machine point grinding of Cannula

Operate electrolytic grinding and electrical discharge machine equipment

Perform minor set –up and repairs on equipment to which assigned and assist set-up with major changeovers and repairs

Assist QC Manufacturing Representative and /or QC Technician in performing machine and process capability studies, etc

Maintain equipment operation, monitoring and performance of grinding systems

Know processes and QC Specifications

Perform Cannula/Stylets/Blades loading/unloading of grinders as required

Inspect and remove defective product

Maintain product quality, equipment performance and production performance

Make process equipment adjustments, repairs and service as required so that continuous work patterns and operations are maintained

Notify set-up, utility and technicians when necessary

Clean up as required

Maintain accurate production waste, quality, labor, etc. records

Operator will be exposed to various oil, solvents and grind coolant

Due to the nature of specialty needle production, additional equipment and job duties may be added as deemed necessary by department coordinator

Monitor and perform quality inspection on the product and process that do not require an in-line inspector and necessary adjustment

On those operations which utilize a separate inspector, the operator will be required to be familiar with the inspection methods and criteria

Maintain record keeping functions which include production, labor, waste, quality, material transfer and inventory logs Must maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area and equipment

Inspect pointed cannula for defective cannula per applicable QC Specifications

Remove defective cannula during inspection to the appropriate waste container

Perform periodic and as needed QC check per QC Specifications (dimensional checks, point length, bevel length, overall length, burr clogs, rotation, etc.)

Use macroscope, microscope, calipers, laser rotation, or other test equipment to perform QC requirements

Reports directly to shift coordinator and has no authority over others

Able to work effectively in a team, accurately and with limited supervision

Executes additional duties as required by coordinator

Must be familiar with all specifications as outlined in Quality Control Specifications, blueprints and GMP manuals which pertain to this operation

Must comply with department protective clothing, safety and management policies

Must be familiar with specifications and documentation associated with operations of this position

Understand Process Specifications, Preventative Maintenance and Quality System Manual, blueprints and GMP manuals which pertain to this operation

The operations of this position may specify use of chemicals

In such cases, completion of periodic

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and Right-to-Know training will be required for these chemicals Be available to report to work during off shift hours to aid in machine repair or set-up as required