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2nd Shift Grinder

Mohawk Lifts
Amsterdam, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: A Grinder operates electric or pneumatic hand grinders, as well as other heavy manufacturing equipment to clean pre-welded parts, welded parts, and steel parts. This position adheres to all safety guidelines. Grinders work under the direction of the Production Leader and other manufacturing leaders. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Utilize 5-8lbs electric or pneumatic hand grinders to clean pre-welded parts, welded parts, and steel parts.
  • May utilize a 40lbs magnetic drill to bore holes.
  • Lift material and parts.
  • Transfer and load parts to correct manufacturing department location.
  • Assist team members with moving and handling parts, manually or by crane use.
  • When requested, perform other manual work including cleanup activities, garbage removal, facility painting, and snow removal.
  • Change consumables as needed and perform required safety inspections on equipment.
  • Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Actively participate in cross training and continuous improvement assignments.
  • Work cooperatively with coworkers including training and knowledge sharing.
  • Learn new skills, techniques and equipment operation as assigned.
  • Maintain clean and organized work area conditions and comply with safety requirements.
  • Receive direction from team lead and other designated leader.
  • Perform work in a safe manner, complete all required safety inspections and adhere to safety rules and guidelines including safely operate crane and/or forklift if trained and assigned.
  • Maintains conformance with safety rules and regulations, if you are unclear of or uncomfortable with a safety process then you have an obligation to make your supervisor aware.
  • It is required that if you see or are made aware of a safety related issue or concern to immediately address it or make management aware.
  • Involved with continuous improvement efforts regarding all aspects of safety.
  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
  • May work overtime as production needs require.
  • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with management and co-workers.
  • Must be able to understand English language and be understood.
  • Must be able to work with minimum supervision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS: None. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Physical activity includes walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, bending, reaching above shoulders, and lifting up to 50 pounds. If work demands require lifting more than 50 pounds, the use of a mechanical device or initiation of a two-person lift is required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Perform activities in a well-lighted and well-ventilated area. May be subject to changes in temperature and exposure to above normal noise levels, electrical equipment, and chemicals. Normally acceptable manufacturing environment with no abnormal hazards or risks other than those listed herein.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. TDD/TTY: email HR@mohawklifts.com

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, veteran or military status, national origin or an

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