Machinist (Apprentice) 1st shift- Exton, PA

dsm-firmenich • Exton, PA

2d • $23 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

As an Machinist (Apprentice) you will assure that dsm-firmenich products are of consistent and high quality by producing components, assemblies, and maintaining company tooling, and fixtures in a machine shop environment. Is eager to learn, execute and coordinate activities and duties with guidance or mentoring. Takes ownership of all activities and projects assigned.
dsm-firmenich Biomedical is the world’s unrivaled biomaterials expert and committed partner in driving sustainable innovation in healthcare. For more than 30 years, the company has been at the forefront of biomaterial science and process innovation, and the leading resource for global medical device and pharmaceutical companies. As a strategic partner with an approach driven not only by market dynamics but by the unique needs of every customer, dsm-firmenich Biomedical brings an unparalleled breadth of product portfolios, proprietary manufacturing and processing capabilities, world-class IP, and extensive regulatory experience and expertise. To learn more, visit DSMBiomedical.com

Requirements

• High School GED or equivalent; completion of formal machinist journeyman program or equivalent work experience.
• 2 years’ experience in the machinist or tool and die field, in a related area.
• Demonstrate ability to work safely.
• Requires rudimental working knowledge of job/position responsibilities, procedures and practices in the machining trades profession.
• Through guidance and mentorship, learns to deal with problems, that must be broken down, into manageable pieces and develops the ability to see relationships between problem components Utilize knowledge, experience and available resources to find solutions. May participate in development of improvements and help implement change.
• Interacts with colleagues and others, employing a communication style, appropriate to the person or audience. Seeks additional information to enhance understanding. May initiate and compose various types of business communication.
• Contributes in formulating recommendations on routine issues.
• Seeks opportunities and with guidance, sets goals for own development. Identifies and learns from mentors/developmental advisors.
• Established departmental methods are followed with specific deadlines and schedules set by supervisor. Escalates obstacles to completing work and more complex issues.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to enroll or current participation in formal apprentice program a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture components for production and pro-type devices, fixtures, molds etc., while maintaining and holding the tight tolerances with this type of work. Such tolerances may be in the tenths of thousands of an inch.
• Work independently, with direction from the Shop Operations Supervisor or Model Shop Manager.
• Machine Shop environment where appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn.
• Works with R&D, Engineering and other dsm-firmenich groups as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays
• Full healthcare benefits day one - medical, dental, eye and life insurance
• 401K with generous company match
• A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• A place to grow and develop
• A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet.
• The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation.
• The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED