Machinist

Machinist

Date : Sep 4, 2024

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Company : Dover Corporation

MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Maag Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN, and Witte seven successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry.

As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing, and filtration systems, and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

Position information

Manual Machinist

Main position objectives

• A machinist is a trained tradesperson with skills and knowledge to create tools, parts, and objects by operating milling and drilling machines, grinders, and lathes in a machine shop.
• Use a manual lathe machine to cut, sand, drill, face, knurl, and turn materials.
• Calibrate the machine and ensure it operates properly, often starting the crafting process.
• Set up and operate lathe machines to perform various machining operations.
• Prepare the necessary cutting tools and load materials into the lathe.
• Select appropriate tools, materials, and machining parameters.
• Adjust machine controls and change tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
• Pay attention to tool settings and adjust controls to correct for variations.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lathe machines.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet specifications.
• Train and mentor junior lathe operators.
• Support continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, quality, and testing new production items.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, legs, and moving your whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Possess good measurement and mathematical fraction / decimal conversion skills.
• Distinguish material types including Aluminum, Steel & Stainless Steel.
• Problem-solving skills - Know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output, and how to fix errors.
• Strong Computer skills recommended Microsoft Windows 8 or higher, CAD / CAM, and Touch screen.
• Desire to grow through technical training, including off-site courses or seminars.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to multitask, use grinding tools, cutting tools, lift heavy items, and lift raw material manually or using a hoist.
• Ability to read blueprints or schematics as a guide to create the object.
• Operate a forklift for loading / movement of raw materials.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Must be a strong team player and reliable.
• Follow all safety rules, quality standards, company rules, and policies.

The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention, and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his / her scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material, and environment actively.

The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his / her position scope or arise from company needs.

This job description reflects current status; the right to make changes is reserved.

Work in this position is both in an office and a factory floor environment, either locally or at a customer site. While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud, and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
• The employee must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specification

Education

Mandatory : High School diploma or equivalent education (additional technical skills a plus)

Professional experience

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies

Mandatory :

• Willingness to learn.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks.
• Independent self-starter with ability to problem-solve and anticipate problems to avoid issues.
• Strong team player, work ethic, and commitment to win.

Company Profile

Gala Industries, Inc. (Gala) is an international manufacturer of pelletizing systems, centrifugal pellet dryers, and accessory equipment.

Gala is a division of Maag - A Dover Company, the worldwide leading manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing systems, and filtration systems for demanding applications in the plastics, chemical, petrochemical, and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maag’s core values :

• Winning Through Customers
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
• Expectation for Results
• Respect and Value People

Available benefits include 401K, paid annual holidays, medical coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and more!

Maag and its related companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Maag is committed to protecting the safety, health, and well-being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. Maag is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Salary Range : -

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education / training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations

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