Empirical Foods

Meat processing, lean ground beef producer

Machinist Trainee

Precision Machining & ToolmakingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSouth Sioux City, NE, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Good math skills.
Ability to learn to read and interpret drawings and blueprints and maintain specified dimensional accuracy of machined parts.
General computer knowledge and proficiency.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to stay on schedule with assigned jobs.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, climb, bend, reach, and handle materials.
Regular and punctual attendance.
High school diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Machine parts according to shop drawing specifications and measure and mark material for reference points and dimensions to assist in accurate machining.
Set up and program machining equipment to produce parts; start and observe machine operation for malfunctions and out-of-tolerance parameters, and adjust as needed.
Operate saws, grinders, machines, power tools, and hand tools to complete assigned jobs; perform cleaning activities to maintain machine shop safety and cleanliness, including sweeping and mopping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing debris.
Maintain machine tools, including grinding or cleaning tools; store equipment appropriately and maintain a clean work area; ensure normal and efficient operation of machine equipment and tools; notify management of abnormal machine operation, noise, or problems requiring attention.
Inspect parts during processing to verify measurements, dimensions, and tolerances using standard inspection equipment and measuring devices.
Complete assigned jobs on schedule and within drawing specifications; communicate issues, problems, or concerns about jobs or schedules.
Train in the QC Inspection department and learn fundamental tasks of a QC Mechanical Inspector; work in the department for training and coverage as assigned.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Entry-level experience working in a fabrication shop is advantageous.

Overview

The Machinist Trainee is a developmental role designed to train individuals to machine parts according to shop drawing specifications. Activities include the set-up and operation of manual and computerized lathes, mills, and other various machines, power tools, and hand tools required to complete assigned job.

Responsibilities

Machine parts according to shop drawing specifications. Measure and mark material for reference points and dimensions to assist in the accurate machining of parts.
Set-up and program machining equipment to produce parts. Start and observe machine operation for malfunctions and out of tolerance parameters. Adjust as needed.
Operate saws, grinders, and other various machines, power tools, and hand tools to complete assigned jobs. May perform various cleaning activities to maintain the safety and cleanliness of Machine Shop. Activities may include, but are not limited to, sweeping and mopping the floor, wiping off surfaces, and removing debris.
Maintain machine tools as required, such as grinding or cleaning tools to operate efficiently. Store equipment appropriately and maintain a clean work area. Ensure normal and efficient operation of all machine equipment and tools. Immediately notify management of any abnormal operation of machine, noise, or problems that need to be addressed.
Perform process inspection of parts to verify accurate measurement, dimensions, and tolerances using standard inspection equipment and measuring devices.
Complete assigned jobs on schedule and within drawing specification. Effectively communicate any issues, problems, or concerns regarding job or schedule.
Train in the QC Inspection department and learn fundamental tasks of a QC Mechanical Inspector. Position may be assigned to work in the department for training purposes and to provide coverage as needed.
Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

Good math skills.
Ability to learn how to read and interpret drawings and blueprints and maintain specified dimensional accuracy of machined parts.
General computer knowledge and proficiency.

Demonstrated Competencies

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
Mechanical aptitude.
Must maintain a positive attitude with the ability to stay on schedule with assigned jobs.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs.
This position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, reaching, and handling.
Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Experience: Entry level experience working in a fabrication shop is advantageous.Education: High School diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions.Department: Machining

About the Company

Empirical Foods

Meat processing, lean ground beef producer

Empirical Foods processes beef trimmings into lean ground beef using its own technology that warms trimmings, centrifuges fat, and treats the product to kill bacteria, producing 95% lean ground beef sold to food service and retail. The company also makes boxed beef and pork, portioned steaks and roasts, and fully cooked, seasoned items such as taco meat and Bolognese under brands like Noble Valley, Two Rivers Meat Co, and Dos Rios Taco Meat. It differentiates itself by applying an in-house, proprietary process to recover lean meat from trimmings rather than relying on external suppliers, serving major packers, ground beef producers, fast-food chains, and grocers. Its goal is to increase cattle value by turning by-products into high-quality protein at scale, supported by a large new Garden City, Kansas plant expanding ground beef capacity.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Dakota Dunes, SD
Founded: Not listed

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