AFMW - Machinist A-B - 2nd Shift

Description:

Machinist AB

Full-time Union, 2nd Shift

ASHLAND, PA

Machine Shop, Skilled Position

DESCRIPTION

Set up and operate up to and including 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.

Requirements:

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.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer up to two to four years manual and NC/CNC experience;

INITIATIVE

Willing to work with little supervision individually or as a team after proper learning use of equipment or necessary training. 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

“Ashland Foundry and Machine Works, LLC" does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.”