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SalaryWeir ESCO
Newton, Mississippi
This job is an Onsite Position
Purpose of Role: Support all aspects of grinding and fitting parts so that they can be seamlessly installed in the field.
Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor; make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
The Grinder / Fitter must stand at a worktable and use assorted hand held grinders to remove excess metal from both the inside and outside of castings in order to meet gaging requirements. The hand held grinders used vary in weight from 6 lbs. to 12 lbs. The Fitter utilizes a hoist to manipulate different style castings varying in weight from less than 100 lbs. to more than 1000 lbs. in order to get the casting into the proper position for fitting/gaging. Casting fit is verified by various gages and thickness feeler gages as required. After casting fit is verified it is placed into/onto a bin/pallet and removed via forklift.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
- Operate hand held grinders to safely remove excess metal from inside and outside castings
- Verify fit accuracy by correctly using gaging with different thickness feeler gages
- Utilize hoist to manipulate castings to the proper position for fitting/gaging
- Keeping track of the part Identification
- Correctly fill out shift pitch board to include current pitch and reasons if pitch is missed
- Keep work station in good order for the next shift/operator
- Occasionally the Fitter will move by hand gaging weighing up to 50 pounds
Job Expectations
Participate in safety programs, ensure work area is clean and free of any hazards, have a good work ethic, have a good attendance record, maintain a positive attitude in the workplace, follow the policies and work instructions set forth, and participate in lean initiatives
These are direct hire, full-time positions, where ESCO offers a very competitive salary, market leading shift premiums, favorable work schedules and a comprehensive benefit package. ESCO is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options
- 5% 401(k) Retirement Match
- 15 days Paid Time Off in first year
- 11 Paid Holidays per year
- Flexibility in your schedule
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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