Coldheader/Threadroller Machinist

MW Industries, Inc.; Easton, Northern (Northampton County, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MW Industries, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for daily and preventive maintenance and repairs on complex mechanical production equipment, and assisting production by ensuring machines operate correctly.

The role reports to the Production Manager and requires reading blueprints, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently. Candidates should have 1-2 years of machine mechanics experience and a High School Diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 1-2 years of machine mechanics experience.
• 2 years in a manufacturing environment, specifically in precision metal components.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical machinery, including oil changes.
• Drain and scrap trim rings.
• Maintain wire for each machine (spare wire as needed).
• Maintain machine headers and perform die, punch changes and part checks.
• Operate cold heading machines for production when needed.
• Follow procedures to monitor equipment for performance and safety.
• Analyze equipment failures to plan preventive and unscheduled maintenance.
• Complete installations and troubleshooting on production machinery.
• Determine and order replacement parts.
• Communicate maintenance timelines to Production and Engineering managers.
• Log equipment modifications and maintenance details in the system.
• Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Blueprints reading

Independent worker

Organization

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/Trade School in mechanics

2 years manufacturing experience

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $38 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for daily and regularly scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on complex mechanical production equipment, and assisting with production by ensuring machines operate correctly.

REPORTING TO

Production Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical machinery, including changing oil and topping off oil on designated machines.
• Drain and scrap trim rings.
• Maintain wire for each machine (bring in spare wire as needed).
• Maintain West Pharm headers (ball blows, die changes, 3rd punch changes, dimensionally maintaining parts, checking parts morning afternoon and evening before leaving for the day and setting counter).
• Operate mechanical machinery (cold heading machines) for production purposes, as needed.
• Follows standard procedures to monitor equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness.
• Performs equipment failure analysis to complete preventive and unscheduled maintenance.
• Complete installations and troubleshooting on production machinery.
• Determine and order parts required for replacement.
• Communicate timeline of maintenance and repairs to Production Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Logs equipment modifications and maintenance details in the designated system.
• Follows all safety procedures.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Mechanically inclined.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or machine specs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, works well with others.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma required. Technical/Trade School in mechanics, preferred.
• 1-2 years of machine mechanics experience.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing (machine shop) environment, specifically in precision metal components.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to stand for long periods of time. Ability to perform without reasonable accommodation: walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting a minimum 55 lbs. or more. Must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include: heat, cold, dust, strong odors, and loud noises with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

EEOC Statement

MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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