Machinist

EnerSys Delaware Inc. • Horsham Township, PA

51d • Onsite

About The Position

The machinist will perform a variety of tasks to support the engineering development and daily production of specialized batteries for defense, medical, and space applications. The machinist will perform maintenance on certain production equipment that requires special skills such as the removal, surface grinding, installation, and setup of powder-compaction dies. The machinist will fabricate assembly fixtures and prototype components using a Bridgeport mill, Hardinge lathe, and other shop equipment.
Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a “U.S. Person” under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.
At EAS, we don’t just build batteries – we power systems and devices that protect not only individual citizens but communities across the world.
If you’re excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced, high-tech environment, where your contributions make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English.
• Understands the basics of arithmetic and trigonometry.
• Competent with hand tools.
• Solves problems in a methodical way.
• Pays attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• On the job training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform the daily die change for a hydraulic powder compaction. Maintain dies by cleaning, grinding, honing, and lapping as necessary before re-installation.
• Maintain, sharpen, troubleshoot, and install other production machine components such as cutting blades and fine blanking dies, and pneumatic solenoid valves as needed.
• Changeover equipment (e.g. change tools, load electronic recipe, and adjust settings to obtain desired results.)
• Fabricate plastic and metal components from scratch using machine shop equipment to meet engineering drawing specifications. On the job training can be provided.
• Develop concepts and sketches for new assembly aids and equipment.
• Work with engineers to improve the designs of tools, fixtures, and automated equipment. These items may already be in-use on the manufacturing line and present opportunities for improvement.
• Perform daily cleanup of tooling, equipment, and work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any hazards encountered.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 3+ weeks of paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Educational reimbursement
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) Matching – 100% match at a 6% contribution level

What This Job Offers

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