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Job Title:  Surface Grinding Operator

Organisation: Quality Plastics (U) Limited (QPL)

Duty Station:  Mukono, Uganda

About US:

Quality Plastics (U) Limited (QPL) stands at the forefront of industrial packaging in the East African Region. Based in Mukono, Uganda, and incorporated in 1997, QPL has dedicated itself to being the premier provider of printed and plain industrial packaging, catering to diverse industries such as Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Agriculture, and Construction.

Job Summary: Quality Plastics (U) LTD is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surface Grinding Operator to join our dynamic team. If you are performance-driven, possess exceptional organizational and planning skills, excel in problem-solving, and have the ability to motivate others, we want to hear from you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up the surface grinding machine, ensuring proper alignment, fixture installation, and calibration of tools.
• Examine raw materials for defects, adherence to specifications, and suitability for the grinding process.
• Interpret and understand technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine grinding specifications and requirements.
• Choose appropriate grinding wheels, abrasives, and dressing tools based on material type, hardness, and desired finish.
• Secure workpieces onto the grinding machine using clamps, magnetic chucks, or other fixtures to prevent movement during the grinding process.
• Operate the surface grinding machine to grind and finish workpieces, maintaining precise control over depth, feed rate, and wheel speed.
• Inspect finished parts for surface finish, dimensions, and overall quality, ensuring adherence to specified tolerances and requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance on grinding wheels, dressers, and other accessories to ensure optimal performance and extend tool life.
• Identify and address issues such as wheel wear, machine malfunctions, or quality deviations promptly, taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling of materials, and awareness of potential hazards.
• Work closely with other team members, quality control personnel, and supervisors to ensure effective communication and coordination in the manufacturing process.
• To always uphold the integrity of the company.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by Management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum Education: Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum Experience: 5+ years as Surface Grinding Machine Operator.
• Excellent knowledge in English (verbal and written).
• Good Knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good knowledge of applicable standards, local rules and regulations.

How to Apply:

All qualified candidates should send their updated CVs, application letters and academic transcript as one document to hr@qualityuganda.com Please include title of position as subject of the Email.

Deadline: 16th March 2024.

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