Manual Machinist Welder, Saw, Screw, Tube, Lathe Operator
Joyce/Dayton Corp
- Portland, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- Trustworthiness- We earn trust through honesty, integrity, and reliability.
- Adaptable- The ability 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.
- High school Diploma or GED required.
- Welding proficient, trained, and certified.
- Minimum of 3 years of 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.
- Basic product knowledge.
- Basic programming knowledge or experience.
- Basic set-up capabilities.
- Basic tooling knowledge.
- Basic understanding of feeds and speeds.
- Basic understanding of gearing terminology.
- Very minimal direction is required.
- Overhead crane experience.
- Fork truck experience.
- Prolonged periods of standing.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.