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Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 12 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Quality Plastics (U) LTD is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surface Grinding Operator to join our dynamic team. If you are performance-driven, possess exceptional organizational and planning skills, excel in problem-solving, and have the ability to motivate others, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities.
• Prepare and set up the surface grinding machine, ensuring proper alignment, fixture installation, and calibration of tools.
• Examine raw materials for defects, adherence to specifications, and suitability for the grinding process.

• Interpret and understand technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine grinding specifications and requirements.
• Choose appropriate grinding wheels, abrasives, and dressing tools based on material type, hardness, and desired finish.

• Secure workpieces onto the grinding machine using clamps, magnetic chucks, or other fixtures to prevent movement during the grinding process.

• Operate the surface grinding machine to grind and finish workpieces, maintaining precise control over depth, feed rate, and wheel speed.
• Inspect finished parts for surface finish, dimensions, and overall quality, ensuring adherence to specified tolerances and requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance on grinding wheels, dressers, and other accessories to ensure optimal performance and extend tool life.
• Identify and address issues such as wheel wear, machine malfunctions, or quality deviations promptly, taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling of materials, and awareness of potential hazards.
• Work closely with other team members, quality control personnel, and supervisors to ensure effective communication and coordination in the manufacturing process.
• To always uphold the integrity of the company.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by Management

Requirements
• Minimum Experience: 5+ years as Surface Grinding Machine Operator.
• Minimum Education: Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Excellent knowledge in English (verbal and written).
• Good Knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good knowledge of applicable standards, local rules and regulations.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Professional Certificate