Kaney

Manufactures high-reliability aerospace, defense, medical systems

Machinist A

Precision Machining & ToolmakingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRockford, IL, USA$25 - $35 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of four years of related experience is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude is required.
Ability to use basic mathematics and geometry is required.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings is required.
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is required.
Experience setting up and operating several machines is required.
Knowledge of a wide variety of inspection equipment and techniques is required.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate assigned equipment with minimal supervision.
Assist in training operators in the safe use and operation of manufacturing equipment.
Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed.
Interact proactively with coworkers to provide assistance, answer questions, and solve problems when required.
Perform first-piece sample verification of work done by others.
Interpret new and existing processes and offer suggestions for improvement.
Make necessary adjustments to equipment and tooling to attain required dimensions and finishes.
Maintain correct time reporting and accurate entries on manufacturing and inspection records.
Follow TPM requirements as required and maintain good housekeeping practices.
Comply with company quality and safety requirements.
Perform quality inspections of work and make required adjustments according to general manufacturing practices and company policies and procedures.

Desired Qualifications

Formal training, such as related college coursework, vocational training, certificate programs, or apprenticeship training, is strongly preferred.

Description

The Machinist A, second shift, responsibilities include the setup and operation of one or more of the following manual machine types: lathes, mills, grinders, drills, hones, hobs, shapers, bevel gear generators and other machines/equipment as assigned. Performs quality inspections of their work and make any required adjustments per general manufacturing practices and company policies/procedures. Requires only minimal supervision to meet productivity, quality and safety goals.

With minimal supervision, setup and operate assigned equipment
Assist in the training of operators in the safe use and operation of manufacturing equipment
Participates in continuous improvement activities as needed
Proactive and positively interacts with coworkers to provide assistance, answer questions and solve problems when required
Performs first piece sample verification of work done by others
Interpret and offer suggestions of improvement to new and existing processes
Makes necessary adjustments to equipment/tooling to attain required dimensions and finishes
Maintain correct time reporting and accurate entries on manufacturing and inspection records
Follow TPM requirements as required and maintains overall good housekeeping practices
Complies with company quality and safety requirements

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 4 years related experience

Minimum Competencies

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Strong utilization of basic mathematics and geometry
Ability to read and interpret blue prints/drawings.
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Possess excellent communications skills and works well in a team environment
Experience with setting up and operating several machines
Knowledge of a wide variety of inspection equipment and techniques

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal training such as related college course work, vocation training, certificate programs or apprenticeship training strongly preferred

Kaney

Machinist A

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