Balancing Machinist- 2nd shift

IDEX; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 36,600 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% shift differential

Health benefits

401(k) company match

PTO

Job summary

IDEX is hiring for a Balancing Machinist on the 2nd shift to oversee balancing of rotating components such as rotors, impellers, and magnets. You will operate balancing equipment, analyze readings, and adjust to achieve balanced, vibration-free parts.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of balancing machinery experience. 2nd shift offers a 5% differential; benefits include health, 401(k), PTO, and more. Training may occur on 1st shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Strong basic math skills (add/sub/mult/div, fractions, decimals).
• 1–2 years’ experience operating manual and/or balancing machinery and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Balance parts to meet production goals (cycle time, quantity, quality).
• Set up and operate balancing machines with proper fixtures and speeds.
• Verify settings by measuring positions and test pieces.
• Select, align, secure, and remove fixtures, tools, and accessories safely.

Skills

Balancing machinery operation

Math skills

Reading instrumentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Balancing machines

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY

The Balancing Machinist 2nd shift is responsible for overseeing measurement and correction of imbalances in rotating components, including rotors, impellers and magnets. Duties include operating balancing equipment, analyzing readings, and making the necessary adjustments to achieve balanced components and vibration-free operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure parts are balanced to meet production goals, including cycle time, quantity and quality.
• Set up and operate balancing machines; ensure proper fixtures and speeds are utilized per setup instructions.
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first run part and sample workpieces.
• Properly and safely select, align, secure and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.
• Interpret readings from balancing instruments to determine amount of weight to be removed from component; change size and location of test weight until zero reading is indicated on machine.
• Perform in-process inspection of machine parts to ensure manufacturing adherence to all quality requirements.
• Measure and check dimensions and tolerances using measuring devices, including (but not limited to) calipers.
• Perform daily maintenance on machinery.
• Conduct routine inspection and request replacement of worn-out tooling as needed.
• Perform root cause analysis for machine part non-conformities; identify and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Perform daily 6S activities to ensure organization and cleanliness of work area.
• Perform necessary transactions in ERP system to maintain accurate inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED or related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong proficiency in basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals 1-2 years’ experience in operating manual and/or balancing machinery and tooling

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be authorized to work in the US

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Shop floor working environment Required to wear safety glasses and shoes, and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the production floor 2nd shift hours (Mon-Thurs 4:30PM-3:00AM) 5% Differential pay on 2nd shift. Training may take place on 1st shift (no differential pay while on training shift).

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $36,600.00 - $55,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more.

More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:

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IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.