Position SummaryProvide Machinist and Mechanical support within Facilities and Maintenance department. Responsible for fabricating new tools or fixtures from material examples, blueprints, and sketches or by any other means of design, to enhance processes and production. This position will support plant operations such as, engineering, quality, and production. Perform daily duties to operational support for building repairs and overall maintenance facility activities. Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Design, fabricate and produce tools and fixtures for extrusion, production and mechanical equipment.
- Assist in mechanical repairs and troubleshooting of production equipment when needed.
- Developing, designing and improving tool designs for manufacturing process.
- Become proficient with the Work Order Management system
- Observe safety procedures and conduct; use equipment and materials properly
- Subscribe to and practice 5S principles, procedures, and guidelines, JIT, and process improvement
- Work a full-time shift schedule with regular attendance and ability to work overtime if needed
Safety Expectations
- Obey all safety rules, use caution in work activities, and continuously practice safe behaviors.
- Immediately report unsafe conditions/behaviors and work-related injuries to site supervision.
Core Competencies
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
- Solid knowledge of all machine shop related equipment. Must be able to operate, maintain and
- improve upon various machines such as, manual lathes, milling machines, surface grinders,
- horizontal cut off saws and band saws.
- Ability to conduct diagnostic tests, overhaul and rebuild machines by utilizing a variety of test
- Equipment and hand tools
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction, and as a team member
- Basic welding, metal working and machinist's skills required
- Reading comprehension skills to understand written specifications, instructions and procedures in English
- Good math skills and above average mechanical aptitude necessary
Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position is not responsible for the oversight or performance management of other employees. Physical Demands• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time • Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching and climbing ladders during entire shift • Must be able to lift, carry, maneuver and move a minimum of 70 lbs. of objects in the facility • Required to talk, hear and demonstrate manual hand and finger dexterity • Eye-hand coordination to handle, machinery, materials, parts and working with hand tools • Regular attendance and ability to work in excess of 40 hours weekTravelLittle to no travel is expected for this position. Other DutiesPlease 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. • High School Diploma or GED • Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance mechanic role in a manufacturing environment • Demonstrate hands-on experience working with machine shop and mechanical equipment. • Wire and Cable experience is a plus • Strong verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills to exchange of information with coworkers, supervisors, suppliers, and/or vendors An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity EmployerProterial Cable America provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.