Machinist I

MP Materials Corp.•Fort Worth, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is on a mission to restore the full rare earth supply chain to the United States of America. From electric cars to wind turbines and drones, rare earth materials are essential to the low-carbon, electrified technologies that power modern life. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people motivated to solve problems and affect change. Our values are grounded in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with an enduring commitment to our employees, community, and the environment. In the coming years, MP Materials will grow from a core materials and chemical processing company into a large industrial manufacturer. Our employees will lead this exciting transformation and grow professionally with us. This is a rare opportunity to have a vital role in the initial stages of a greenfield advanced manufacturing facility and helping to define the future of American manufacturing. Ideal candidates will be hands-on with experience in a 24/7 industrial operation. The new facility will contain a broad range of chemical, mechanical, and thermal processes. The magnet making metal department consists of equipment such as die presses, vacuum furnaces, machining equipment, passivation line, and automated inspection equipment. Following start of production, the Machinist will be assigned to a specific 12 hour rotating shift. Prior to the start of production, the Machinist is expected to participate in piloting activities to gain familiarity with the process, with some variation in shift details expected during this period.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a high volume precision machine shop.
Detail oriented and meticulous about housekeeping.
Basic computer skills: data entry into ERP system, Excel, etc.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to produce precision parts.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Inspect and test completed tools and dies to ensure they meet quality standards.
Perform routine maintenance on tools and dies to ensure optimal performance.
Operating rare earth processing equipment in the Finishing department.
Perform daily area and equipment inspections.
Prepare materials and setup equipment per recipes and work instructions.
Safely operate mobile and material handling equipment.
Control and adjust equipment and process parameters as needed to ensure consistent quality and productivity.
Document, collect, and report production data.
Consistently maintain a clean and organized workplace.
Perform duties in a safe manner following all mandatory requirements, regulations, and policies.
Wear and maintain company issued personal protective equipment (PPE).
Actively participate in Kaizen and other continuous improvement activities.
Other tasks as assigned.