Grinder - Transit

With locations in Pittsburgh PA and Kutztown PA, McConway and Torley, LLC has been in continuous operations since 1869, the same year the first US transcontinental railroad was completed.  McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality coupler products.  As the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have led to a product line that includes every AAR approved coupler as well as custom coupler solutions, which are all proudly cast in the US.

McConway & Torley is looking for a Transit Grinder. In this position, you will specifically work on grinding couplers for our transit business

Location: McKees Rocks, PA

Shift: Must be able to work any shift

What you’ll do: 

• Positions castings on work bench using hoist
• Visually inspects castings and notes what work needs done
• Positions and manually guides grinder or chipping hammer along specified guidelines on edge or surface of casting
• Uses production gauges to verify specifications of castings are to standard
• Verify number and type of casting to be prepared for shipment
• Performs general housekeeping /clean up in work area
• Performs other duties as assigned

What you'll need: 

• At least 2 years of directly related grinding experience
• Ability to operate jib crane, grinder, air hammer and gauge
• Knowledgeable of required specifications on castings
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Ability to function as a team member, establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Experience in similar or related job
• Must be able to work any shift
• Ability to Lift up to 75 pounds

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy
• Paid Time Off
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program