Kennedy Valve - Chipper/Grinder
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Company DescriptionKennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.People providing peace of mind water solutions.To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:Safety: People Fist - Step UpEnvironment: Protect Our Communities - Keep It CleanLeadership: I am Always On Stage - First Manage My Own Words & BehaviorsAccountability: Lead Myself Well - Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move OnExcellence: Always Working To Be Better - Value & Add ValueTrust: The Speed Of Trust - Build, Don't BreakTeamwork: Help Each Other Be Great - Win TogetherCommunication: Clear, Candid, & Constructive - Right Words, Right Time, Right WayWHY KENNEDY VALVE?Kennedy Valve offers great wages, and benefits packages!Starting Wages- $27.07 and up, based on position.Hourly Pay Differentials 2nd shift $.70.Longevity Pay $.10 cents each hour for every 2 years worked with a cap at $1.20.Trainers Pay $1.00 each hour for assigned training. Paid Sick Leave-80 hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL) prorated based on start date.Sell back any unused PSL at the end of year.Twelve paid HolidaysPaid VacationHealthcare starting at $273 per month. Company Paid life Insurance.Company Paid Sickness and Accident InsuranceRetirement 401k-.75 per hour for hours worked placed in a 401k for you by the Company.An additional 50% company match on 4% employee contribution.Overtime after 8 hours in a dayIs Kennedy Valve for you?Do you enjoy physical labor?Are you looking for a company with which you can grow?Are you a proven individual contributor with a team mentality?Do you have a consistent track record of commitment and success in school/jobs?Job DescriptionThis is a physical position and often requires repetitive lifting of smaller products (up to 50 lbs.), assisted lifting of heavier products, standing for extended periods, walking within cell, maneuvering for bending, twisting, and lifting arms overhead. Standard safety gear is required, safety boots, ear plugs, safety glasses and other as determined. The environment can be cold based on activity in the plant (overhead doors opening) and very hot depending on outside temperature, and equipment operations.JOB DUTIESMake molds using sand and through the use of patterns.Ability to handle grinder unit and accurate maneuvering of product.Ability to perform essential requirements of job.Safe operations including all safety gear.Must be dependable.QualificationsEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONSGed or diploma or equivalent experienceAbility to read, write, conduct basic arithmetic.Manufacturing experience in heavy manufacturing [preferred]PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to tolerate standing for extended periods.Ability to tolerate safe levels of noise, heat, dust and cold.Repetitive motion and workLIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an extensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.Additional InformationKennedy Valve Co. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation , veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.