WCM - Machinist A - 1st Shift at Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC

DESCRIPTION

Set up and operate CNC, manual, semi-automatic or automatic machines individually or simultaneously. Work to specified tolerances using accepted methods and practices. Perform inspection and document results as required. Maintain tooling needs to minimize interruption. Occasionally make input suggestions and methods to increase production capabilities, working closely with manufacturing personnel. Perform minor preventative maintenance as required. Work in team or as standalone operator. Perform other duties as required.

COMPLEXITY AND JUDGMENT

Skill and judgment required in operating CNC and manual equipment and setting up/laying out work. Calculating and setting machine offsets and checking parts for conformance. Adapt or modify methods, CNC programs, or setups, after consulting supervisor as required.

EDUCATION

Able to read completed drawings, job layouts specifications. Use a variety of precision measuring instruments. Use shop mathematics and work with decimal dimensions. Should have through training in all basic machining operations. Must be thoroughly familiar with NC/CNC machine operations on a variety of machines. Familiarity with cutting quality of various metals. High school or equivalent plus 2-3 years apprenticeship or shop training.

EXPERIENCE

Two to four years manual and NC/CNC experience with at least six months NC/CNC experience operation. A rate at previous CNC machinist and A rate at previous manual machines (ELO, Boring mill, etc.) for current employees.

INITIATIVE

Work with little supervision individually or as a team. Communicate problems and solutions to manufacturing personnel. Make decisions within limits of general procedures and practices. Seek out next assignment and moves to appropriate machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Works in standing position; operates single or multiple machines; at times requires frequent lifting and handling of medium castings. Chain hoists available for lifting heavy work. Some heavy lifting, push/pulling on occasion. Some work must be performed in an awkward position.

Employees working in this position are required to frequently walk or hear. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Some conditions are extremely noisy with exposure to dust, flying chips, heat, and some fumes. Some exposure to outside weather conditions.

Working in the foundry environment is subject to temperatures of heat and cold depending on the season. Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, eye protection, and necessary protective mask.

EOE

Compensation details: 27.1-27.1 Hourly Wage

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