1st Shift Skilled Machinist

WielandHawthorn Woods, IL
Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a 1st Shift Skilled Machinist. This position is responsible for operating and setting up a variety of machines on fairly complicated work to close tolerances. May perform setups for other operators and trains on set standards and company policies. This position calls up programs and performs manual data input. Makes minor modifications to programs as required with approval and direction of engineering and/or management/supervisors. This role is located in Lake Zurich, IL and will be fully on-site. Pay Range: $27.00/hr. to $40.00/hr. Schedule: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm | Monday - Friday Pay Schedule: Weekly At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good-faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc. This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”), and the ability to access and handle ITAR “Technical Data” as defined by 22 CFR § 120.15 is an essential function. Employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements.

Requirements

  • Okuma Multus - 3 - 5 Years of Experience | Setting up programs with low volume and high mix
  • Experience in Lathe
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
  • Good written and verbal communication
  • Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Knowledge of basic mathematics
  • Advanced blueprint reading
  • Advanced understanding of GD&T
  • Proper measuring techniques with a variety of gages
  • Knowledge of ferrous and/or non-ferrous materials
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”), and the ability to access and handle ITAR “Technical Data” as defined by 22 CFR § 120.15 is an essential function. Employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced setup operations (aerospace, new product, etc.), adjust and check out programming and operate numerically controlled machine tools to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specification requiring a high degree of skill
  • Troubleshoot issues prior to getting the engineering department involved
  • Able to setup and run all machines on Production floor
  • Train others on setup and running of CNC machines
  • Measure close tolerances and train others on proper measuring as this position is a Certified First Piece Inspector PLUS all functions of CNC Operator & Advanced CNC Operator:
  • Stack/unload product per instructions and any other material handling as stated
  • Effectively communicate with co-workers and management
  • Production quantity entered accurately in ERP system
  • Accurately input job data per MBP MMS requirements
  • Accurately measure part per inspection requirements, utilizing various gaging and metrology equipment
  • Participate in any team activity as needed
  • Be seen as a “go-to” person to get work accomplished

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Disability
  • Life
  • 401(k) contribution + match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Wellness Programs

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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