Position: Deburr Technician

Reporting Line: Machine Shop Supervisor

Department: MFG-MAC1

Facility: Gilmore, Lumpkin Rd.

Location: Houston, TX

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Status: Direct

Company Overview

Gilmore is a Control Devices Company. Gilmore's manufacturing and headquarters are located in Houston, Texas USA, and has a network of distribution partners that supports global regional markets.

Our people are fundamental to the success of our organization and remain at the heart of our achievements. At Gilmore, we aim to develop our business around a valued and motivated workforce that encourages personal development and allows our people to flourish and realize their fullest potential.

Role Synopsis

Finishing method used in industrial settings and manufacturing environments to remove burrs and sharp edges on parts created by machines. Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work area. Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to the following)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Perform typical deburring operations.
• Maintain that tools, use and work area is in a clean orderly condition.
• Follow prescribed safety procedures at all times.
• Remove raised particles and shavings that appear on parts.
• Repetitive filing or use of a grinder to smooth away nicks and fragments.
• Sanding by hand or sanding with a pneumatic hand tool for more troublesome deformities.
• Wash and polish parts prior to submitting for inspection.

Compliance Requirements

Gilmore has a Business Ethics Policy (the "Policy") which guides employees in day-to-day roles, as well as helping the employee and the business comply with the law at all times. The incumbent must read, understand, and comply with, at all times, the Policy along with all other corresponding policies, procedures, and directives.

QHSE Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Safety, Quality, Health, and the Environment
• Apply Gilmore's, and where appropriate Client Company's Safety, Quality, Health, & Environment Policies and Safety Management Systems
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example to ensure company goals are achieved and exceeded

Required Qualifications/Work Experience

Education

Essential

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a production or job shop.
• Thorough knowledge of carbide inserts and cutting tools.
• Ability to operate a tool presetter.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Office.
• Fluent in the English language; read, write, and speak.
• Basic math skills.
• Able to identify and solve problems, manage multiple priorities and multi-task.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and use of inspection tooling.
• Physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Dexterity required; ability to ascend/descend ladders; climb or balance; ability to reach with hands/arms, lift, push, pull, and move objects fifty (50) pounds or more.
• Sitting, standing, and walking; Employee may need to walk and stand at least eight (8) hours a day. Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Speak/hear and use specific vision abilities such as close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work involves moderate to frequent exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Employee may be required to work long hours at times, up to twelve (12) hours per day.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Includes hard hats, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, etc.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work will mostly be performed indoors in a controlled environment. Some exposure to the manufacturing and shop areas, which are open, and not air-conditioned.

Company policy requires prospective employees to successfully pass a post-offer drug/alcohol screen, as well as participate in a random drug/alcohol program if employed.