Machinist

Novolex • Hazle Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist supports the manufacturing group by completing thermoforming set-ups on schedule. Duties include installing and removing tooling, performing equipment repairs, following all company policies and safety procedures, and maintaining housekeeping standards. Additional tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must have an outstanding work record.
• Position requires an HS Diploma or GED, and 2-3 years related experience.
• Demonstrated problem solving and mechanical skills are also required.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally is required, as is the ability to perform basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to work with others effectively as a part of a team is essential.
• Worked with GE-Fanuc, Allen Bradley, and Seimens equipment.
• Basic knowledge of problem solving, and technical mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a safe workplace by following rules and speaking up when you see unsafe actions.
• Follow all required safety procedures and PPE guidelines.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Immediately report any safety concerns, hazards, near misses, or injuries to supervisor on shift.
• Follow all standard work procedures to ensure equipment runs product to quality standards.
• Report equipment problems that could lead to quality defects of product.
• Learn and perform all tool room functions and thermoforming set-ups.
• Read and use measuring tools (rule, micrometer, calipers).
• Set-up and operate all tool room equipment.
• Work from verbal instruction, sketches, or blueprints.
• Work with minimal supervision and be accessible by radio at all times for direction.
• Recommend component upgrades that increase productivity or reduce overtime.
• Inspect equipment for problems and make adjustments as needed.
• Complete all required paperwork correctly.
• Maintain housekeeping in production areas and on equipment (sweeping, mopping, wiping down machines, removing waste) to keep the work area clean, safe, and contamination-free.
• Work closely with tool room mechanics to ensure that adequate supplies are “on-hand”.
• Identify different plant materials correctly.
• Safely operate forklifts, hand-jacks, hydraulic cranes, and other powered equipment.
• Work in any area of the plant and overtime as needed.
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• constant opportunities for advancement
• skills development
• advanced education programs
• training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning
• company and industry training curricula
• support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)
• Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees