Job Description

Description

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P., located in Lenexa, KS, is seeking enthusiastic candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment to join our team! At Kocher + Beck, we believe that delivering our quality products is the result of having the best team. Take this opportunity to join our growing business and contribute to a family-owned business known for its culture and top-quality products. 

Position Type + Hours

This is a permanent full-time, non-exempt position. Core hours of work are Monday through Friday. Shifts are eight hours between 6am and 5pm.

Job Description

The Machinist is responsible for machining with a variety of machines to produce hot stamp cylinders, gummers, and other tools needed for production.  A machinist will conduct the work by mostly standing and walking. However, on occasion they would be required to sit, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.

Requirements

 · Set up and operate a variety of machines such as CNC lathe, CNC milling and engraving machines, cylindrical grinders, knee mill, and drill presses

· Inspect parts with caliper and micrometers and create inspection reports

· Assist in managing expendable tooling inventory and documentation of procedure

· Perform appropriate quality checks after each processing step

· Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjust machines and report defects and malfunctions appropriately

· Keep work area clean and free of safety hazards

· Wear the proper and required safety gear/equipment

· Lift 10 to 50 pounds safely

Preferred Skills/Experience

· Basic lathe and CNC lathe experience is required - Siemens 840D is preferred

· Mechanical aptitude and experience regarding working on machine tools, equipment, reading production drawings, and work orders are required

· Basic Computer knowledge is required

· Understand G codes is preferred

· High-level of attention to details at all time

· Detail oriented, time management, communication, and multitasking skills required 

· Ability to work independently and stay focused

Education

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

· At least 2 years of experience with similar machines i.e. lathes, mills, and other similar machines

Benefits

· 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Accident Insurance premiums

     o 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage

· Bi-Weekly employer contribution to Health Savings Account

· 401(k), up to 4.5% employer match

· Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays 

· Additional supplemental insurance plans are also offered