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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Responsible for safely setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Accountable for the Safety, Housekeeping, Quality, Throughput and On-Time-Delivery of production work assigned, in coordination within and between departments or shifts. Develops and maintains proper organization and levels of tooling inventories.

+ Ensures the safety of themselves, transients and visitors; understands how machines work and how to operate them safely; knowledge of emergency stops and personal protective equipment in each work area.

+ Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and veneer calipers.

+ Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling

+ shapers, or grinders.

+ Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.

+ Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.

+ Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.

+ Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

+ Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.

+ Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.

+ Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts.

+ Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

+ Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

+ Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.

+ Maintains harmony among all workers and shifts; promotes teamwork.

+ Supports, assists and abides by all ISO 9001 policies, practices and/or procedures.

+ Identifies, supports and implements continuous improvement activities such as set up reductions, running multiple machines simultaneously, etc.

+ Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

+ Is aware of and abides by all company rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

+ Maintains a safe, clean, neat and orderly work area at all times.

+ Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.

+ Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel in order to exchange technical information.

+ Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics.

+ Programming CNC machines in order to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly, and that output will meet specifications.

+ Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.

+ Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.

+ Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.

+ Provides direction and assistance in ISO9000 related activities.

Requirements

+ Prefers a minimum of 5 years of machining experience.

+ Must have CNC programming experience preferably in the machining industry.

+ Must be able to effectively communicate with outside sources in written and verbal formats.

+ Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs and maneuver 200lbs independently.

+ Must be able to read blueprints.

+ Must have good Safety, Housekeeping and Quality attributes.

+ Must have good practical knowledge of the metric system.

+ Must have practical knowledge of and experience with Lean Manufacturing Techniques.

+ Must be able to read and complete Inspection Data Records and documents as required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED. Five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

+ Machinist certification preferred.

+ Valid Driver's License preferred.

+ Ability to become forklift certified with 90 days of employment.

+ Ability to become crane certified with 90 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, occasionally stoop, kneel and/or climb; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Ability to identify colors and make fine visual discrimination; ability to make fine judgment of texture. Ability to remember verbal and written instructions over a period of a few minutes to several days.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area.

EEO STATEMENT

Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities.

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.

Management retains the right to add to, or change, the responsibilities and/or duties of this position at any time including the elimination of this position. The team member understands that his/her job description is for operational purposes and is not intended to be an employment contract. The employment relationship remains "at-will."