Position Title: 1st Shift Manual Machinist I, Welder, Saws
Hours: 6:48 AM – 3:18 PM
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $25.00 (depending on experience)
Summary: This position is responsible for welding parts correctly. It is also responsible for tube, saw and lathe operations. The position must work safely and effectively while keeping high quality standards. This is an hourly non-exempt position reporting to the Group Leader.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Unload steel trucks and place them in racks.
● Operate multiple machines including saws, lathes and welding equipment.
● Inspect work and hold tolerances.
● Understand all machining principles.
● Understand the correlation between lead error and helix angles, and be able to adjust the machine accordingly.
● Track and document die usage and evaluate die condition.
● Identify and communicate recommendations for product and productivity enhancements (lean initiatives).
● Work in a team environment with material schedulers and product control to support customer needs.
● Maintain compliance with company policy, safety, and good housekeeping practices.
● Monitor and measure products to ensure tolerance/specs adherence.
● Effectively train new operators as required,
● Prioritize work in an efficient and productive manner.
● Upkeep and cleanliness of machines and area.
● Troubleshoot machines as needed.
● Motivate co-workers for continuous quality improvement.
● Keep scrap and rework at minimal levels as defined.
● Additional duties as assigned.
Critical Skills:
● Trustworthiness- We earn trust through honesty, integrity and reliability.
● Adaptable- We are able to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.
● Approachable- We are open minded, friendly, engaging, understanding and empathetic; being comfortable engaging in challenging conversations.
● Curious- We improve the organization by seeking information and knowledge to continually grow and learn and reduce moments of uncertainty and ambiguity.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Highschool Diploma or GED required.
● Welding proficient, trained and certified.
● Minimum of 3 years proven experience.
● Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Demonstrated willingness and ability associated with being a self-starter.
● Basic blueprint reading skills.
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