Lapper Operator

at Arnold Magnetic Technologies in Marengo, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance permanent magnets, flexible composites, electromagnets, magnetic assemblies, and precision thin metal foils. Arnold's magnets, metals, and systems are used in high-efficiency electric motors and generators, sensors, batteries, and more.

Brief Summary of Position:

Perform a variety of duties in the set-up and operation of roll conditioning equipment used to condition a variety of mill rollers and in the set-up and operation of mill rewind and cleaning lines.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions of Position:

Work from standard processing or verbal instructions. Maintain job and production records. Maintain identity of materials. Assist in other areas of the PTM facility as necessary.

Machine Tooling Operator (Lapper) Responsibilities:

• Set-up manual & automatic lapping machines.
• Select rotary lap needed to condition mill roll.
• Place roll into lapper, start machine and move pressure paddle back and forth to remove defects, such as gouges, pin pricks, holes and unparalleled.
• Use instruments to measure and assure that necessary roll dimensional and surface finish requirements are met.
• Deburr strip, when required.
• Maintain identification of materials.
• Perform any other functions related to the lapping and tool conditioning.

Rewind Responsibilities:

• Set-up and operate foil mill rewind and cleaning lines.
• Detect and correct operations difficulties.
• Report unusual operating difficulties to supervisor.
• Operate rewind and test equipment to perform visual strip inspection for color, holes, streaks, and lamination, magnetic and other defects.
• Keep work area in a clean an orderly condition.

Required Technical/Job Experience and Qualifications:

• 1-3 years in a manufacturing environment
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide) using decimals and fractions.
• Strong communication skills to facilitate productive and consistent handling of material

Education Requirements:

• High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.

Working Conditions:

• Standard work week is Monday through Friday, hours to be consistent with business unit; some off hours work expected
• Working production environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 - 40 pounds
• Occasionally, must use hand-trucks
  

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  Magnetic Technologies Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by law.