Machinist

Pregis • Elgin, IL

53d • $35 - $40

About The Position

The Machinist will have senior level knowledge in understanding machine shop methodologies. The Machinist will work self-sufficiently or within a team atmosphere. The Machinist will use proficiency in receiving and providing written and verbal instructions to accommodate machining production parts or for research and developmental equipment. The Machinist will apply their dedication and at times necessary long hours to meet deadlines of a particular task by operating manual machine tools to fabricate and manufacture machine parts.

Requirements

• Ability to operate various types of manual machine tools to perform at times tight tolerance machining.
• Ability to read blueprints and plans.
• Ability to provide shop sketches for innovative ideas or reverse engineered parts.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. (Quality orientated)
• Good attitude
• Use a wide variety of measuring equipment such as: Sine Plates, Micrometers, Height Gauges, Dial Bore
• Works with minimum supervision/instruction and requires the use of good judgement to make decisions as to the sequence of setup and machining.
• Assists lesser-skilled employees.
• Experience in a similar position.
• High school graduate or formal training equivalency.
• Five years’ + experience as a Machinist, and experience ability to work directly from engineering drawings and sketches.
• Interpersonal skills required to deal with people of several levels within the company as well as customer representative.
• Extensive knowledge in machinery assembly
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at time.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

Responsibilities

• Operates manual machine tool and fabrication equipment to produce parts used in new equipment, research and developmental or manufacturing processes.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and specifications for parts.
• Selects the appropriate cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials to be used on machines.
• Examines and measures completed units and parts to identify any defects and to ensure units conform with predetermined specifications; adjusts machine controls to resolve production errors.
• Inspects machinery for any needed repairs; performs minor repairs within expertise.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of work area.
• Complies with applicable safety standards and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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