Machinist - Mills

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Full Time Manual Labor Waterloo, IA, US

8 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $20.00 To $30.00 Hourly

The Mill Machinist
operates manual and/or computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.

Job-specific functions:

• Enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, and CNC.
• Assembles cutting tools in tool holders and positions tool holders in machine spindles as specified, using hand tools, or inserts cutting tools in specified machine magazines.
• Loads and unloads pieces to be machined, using hoists and hand tools to lift and secure on machining table.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Studying blueprints and drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances;
• Regulating machines for speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut, etc.;
• Using micrometers, calipers, dial gauges, or other measuring devices to verify dimension and alignment;
• Deburr parts with grinder, sandpaper, emery cloth, etc.
• Follow, assist in the development, and promote the safety and maintenance programs.
• Assist other employees, company management, vendors, visitors, and customers when needed.
• Support and participate in all efforts (including time recording and required paperwork) to collect information that allows management to make data-driven decisions.
• Commit to PEM CORE Values (GEARS) Go Getter, Excellence, Achievement, Respect, Support

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Skills required:

• Machine setup
• Basic computer and time management skills
• Shop mathematics
• Operation of hand, production, and measurement tools
• Quality/testing equipment and processes
• Production programming
• Preventative/Predictive Maintenance
• Production software/documentation
• Detail Orientation
• Accuracy
• Continuous Improvement/Problems Solving
• Accountability
• Alignment with Company Goals
• Safety
• Procedure/Standard-Oriented

EMPLOYMENT EXPECTATIONS

• Support:
  Company mission, vision, & goals, the chain of command, internal/external customers, & other staff.
• Productivity:
  Stay on task, follow the schedule, improve throughput, help others be productive.
• Attendance:
  Follow all attendance policies and maintain a positive attendance rating.
• Process/Product Quality:
  Follow & develop procedures and complete work correctly the first time.
• Company Policy:
  Comply with all company and departmental policies and directives.
• Safety/
  
  Working Conditions:
  
  Work in a safe manner and maintain a safe work environment.
• Property/Equipment:
  Properly maintain materials and use them only for their authorized/intended purpose.
• Behavioral Expectations:
  Demonstrate the willingness and ability to exhibit positive character traits and values when performing daily activities and while interacting with others on the job.
• Stand
  - Constantly
• Walk
  - Constantly
• Sit
  - Occasionally
• Handling/fingering
  - Constantly
• Reach outward
  - Constantly
• Reach above shoulder
  - Frequently
• Climb
  - Occasionally into the Mill Machines
• Crawl
  - Occasionally
• Squat or Kneel
  - Frequently
• Bend
  -Frequently

Lift/Carry

• 11-20 lbs
  - Constantly
• 21-50 lbs
  - Frequently
• 51-100 lbs
  - Occasionally

Push/Pull

• 11-20 lbs
  - Constantly
• 21-50 lbs
  - Frequently
• 51-100 lbs
  - Occasionally

Definitions

• N/A = Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• Occasionally = Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• Frequently = Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• Constantly = Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other physical requirements

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Glasses, Footwear)

The Mill Machinist operates manual and/or computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.

Job-specific functions:

• Enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, and CNC.
• Assembles cutting tools in tool holders and positions tool holders in machine spindles as specified, using hand tools, or inserts cutting tools in specified machine magazines.
• Loads and unloads pieces to be machined, using hoists and hand tools to lift and secure on machining table.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Studying blueprints and drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances;
• Regulating machines for speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut, etc.;
• Using micrometers, calipers, dial gauges, or other measuring devices to…