Machinist - Entry level

CoherentSaxonburg, PA
Onsite

About The Position

Provides machining services to all Coherent departments as requested. Shares responsibility for the safe operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in the Coherent Machine Shop. Responsible for the completion of assigned work to customers’ satisfaction. Supports the installation of new shop equipment as needed and supplies technical assistance to customers as necessary. Responsible for tracking priority jobs to assure on-time completion per customer requests. Shares responsibility for shop organization, scheduling and prioritization of work, and customer interactions. Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires a U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien, or protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • 1 to 3 years as a Machine Shop Apprentice or in Trades Training
  • Must be able to work with a wide variety of materials and tooling using band saws, horizontal saws, lathes, milling machines and a surface grinder
  • Must be able to work with a variety of hand tools including, but not limited to, drills, saws, die grinders
  • Must be customer service oriented
  • Must possess good communication skills
  • Must work interactively with other machinists and in a positive manner
  • Must work a rotating- or off-shift pattern as assigned
  • Must have a high degree of independent action
  • Mandatory overtime may be required
  • Strong background in computers (emails/web based)
  • Must be able to wear proper PPE including safety glasses, goggle, splash shields, steel toe/metatarsal shoes, long pants, sleeved uniform, and hearing protection.
  • Must be able to wear dust mask, respirator, or supplied air for extended periods.
  • Pre-employment PFT and respirator physical
  • Required Annual PFT and respirator physicals
  • All MPZ personnel are required to understand the importance of following all operating procedures to maintain regulatory compliance with OSHA standard for Process Safety Management, as well as EPA’s Risk Management program.
  • DEP standards for Hazardous Waste handling and storage must be followed to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • MPZ employees must understand and follow all applicable Quality Assurance policies and participate in audits to maintain ISO 9001 certification.
  • Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Nice To Haves

  • Master Cam programming/ CAD background
  • Haas CNC Mill

Responsibilities

  • Effectively performs emergency and unscheduled repairs and preventative maintenance tasks per policies and procedures.
  • Actively takes part in the Emergency Response Team (ERT), maintaining all required training and medical certifications and responds to incident and/or emergency situations.
  • Responsible for completing maintenance activities on schedule and within quality standards to limit equipment downtime.
  • Successfully performs maintenance related activities correlated to the installation of new equipment and process controls.
  • Accurately completes and communicates required documentation of work orders, status updates and service records.
  • Directs assigned projects including procurement, installation, renovations, and modifications per PSM compliance standards and within safe work practices.
  • Approaches all activities with a “safety first” attitude, keeping work, storage, and supply areas clean and organized.

Benefits

  • Quarterly Bonuses
  • 3-weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual to start
  • Paid Sick Time Off (5 days)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401K plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Annual performance review with merit increase
  • Company supplied boots/uniforms/safety equipment
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
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