Job Description

Our Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating machine tools to fabricate precision parts. Produces one off, small batches, or large quantities of parts and tools, and ensures products meet precise specifications. Maintains and repairs machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment. 

This is a 1st shift position working 5am to 3:30 Monday-Thursday with mandatory overtime as needed on Fridays and occasional Saturdays. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or calipers
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations
• Properly and safely select, align, secure and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines
• Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers
• Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition
• Complete bench top work as directed
• Must be able to work closely with miscellaneous Engineering staff members to develop new tools, parts, and fixturing
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency
• Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled

• Performs maintenance work to the maintenance processes to meet IATF 16949:2016 standards.
• Participates in and supports the principles of Open Book Management.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed with exposure to harsh conditions such as: dust, fumes, noise, and varying temperatures for extended periods of time. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk and hear. Sitting 5%, standing/walking 95%. Frequently lift and or move 35 pounds to 50 pounds. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of reliability. They will have motivation and drive to get the job done. They will be enthusiastic workers interested in growth and improvement. Other requirements include:

• High School diploma or GED preferred. AA/AS in Maintenance Technology, Engineering, or related equivalent experience. 
• Minimum of two (2) years of in machine maintenance and tooling
• Knowledge of Conversational Controls and how to program and/or the ability to learn
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong math skills to include decimals (to one thousandth) and fractions
• Ability to read and understand drawings and blueprints
• Ability to measure and work with tight tolerances
• Ability to determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed and perform routine maintenance on equipment
• Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings
• Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

 REWARDS FOR YOU:

• Competitive compensation package with opportunity for growth in your career
• Affordable and comprehensive insurance on your 61st day of employment
• Bonus opportunity 
• Paid Time Off Program and 11 paid Holidays
• 5% 401(k) match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Center and Wellness Program with free mental health resources

We are Employee-Owners first, Manufacturers second.

We believe the best way to operate is to educate everyone on how the business works, give them a voice in saying how the company is run and provide them a stake in the financial outcome, good or bad. 

We do this by creating a business of businesspeople who think, act and feel like owners through education, empowerment and engagement. It’s all part of our open-book management system, The Great Game of Business®.

If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you! Please submit an application and our HR team will reach out to you.

Location: 4431 W. Calhoun Springfield, MO 65802