Des Moines Skilled: Machine Hand/Tool Room Machinist

John Deere • Ankeny, IA

292d

About The Position

As a Machine Hand / Tool Room Machinist with John Deere Des Moines Works in Ankeny, IA, you will set up and operate one or more machines such as lathes, mills, horizontal boring machine, etc., and perform machining operations consisting of many details on a wide variety of non-repetitive parts, holding close tolerances. Work will be performed in a production environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork. Job details are dependent on duties assigned but in general consist of the following: Work from drawings, sketches, prints, 3D models, samples, written or verbal instructions. Perform own setups, work from part prints and job specifications. Plan sequence of work to be performed and determine tools and equipment needed to carry work to completion. Make all required mathematical calculations, lay out parts using measuring instruments and handbook tables. Determine machine feed and speed for work involved. Check own work for conformance to print and specifications. Use various types of tools and equipment including material handling equipment, lathes, mills, horizontal boring machines, jigs, fixtures, measuring gages and instruments, and applicable hand and power tools. Assist and support other team members and work with minimal supervision. Clean work area and perform other miscellaneous duties inherent to the job. Work shifts (choice of shift based on seniority).

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D., National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC), or at least 3 years of manufacturing work experience.
• Journeyperson's card in Tool Room Machining or equivalent education/work experience.
• Experience laying out and fabricating parts.
• Experience utilizing precision measuring equipment and working from product design prints and sketches.
• Ability to perform manual tasks including frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Ability and willingness to work potential overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines such as lathes, mills, and horizontal boring machines.
• Perform machining operations on a variety of non-repetitive parts.
• Work from drawings, sketches, prints, 3D models, and verbal instructions.
• Perform own setups and work from part prints and job specifications.
• Plan sequence of work and determine tools and equipment needed.
• Make mathematical calculations and lay out parts using measuring instruments.
• Determine machine feed and speed for work involved.
• Check own work for conformance to print and specifications.
• Use various tools and equipment including material handling equipment.
• Assist and support team members with minimal supervision.
• Clean work area and perform miscellaneous duties.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Wellbeing - Physical and Mental Healthcare
• Paid Holidays & Competitive Vacation Packages
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Rebate Program & numerous discount programs for personal use

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED