Converter - Machining

Jasper Engines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO after 30 days

Job summary

JASPER is seeking a qualified machinist to operate manual lathes and use basic hand tools. You will read specifications, determine machining steps, and set up equipment to meet precise tolerances. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and maintaining machine condition throughout shifts.

The position runs Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm with overtime, starting at $20.00 per hour, plus benefits and ongoing wage progression within the first years.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move materials up to 50lbs.
• Stand or walk an entire shift (8-10 hours).
• Ability to use handheld tools such as drills, impacts, hammers, calipers, and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and perform basic machining tasks.
• Read specifications and determine machining/polishing processes.
• Set controls, monitor speed/heat, and ensure parts meet specs.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Hand tool use

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Drills

Hammers

Job description

Crawford - Converter Machining

Job Overview

There are a variety of tasks this position completes, including operating manual lathes and using basic hand tools. First, a machinist must begin the process by checking the specifications and readouts for the parts at hand. This operator then must make decisions on the type of machining or polishing processes needed to meet specifications. They calculate how to shape the piece of metal or other material that is being worked on and decide what tools will be needed. Next, machinists place the work piece on the equipment of choice and set the controls to make the cuts. While the machining process is taking place, machinists watch carefully for any problems. They monitor the speed and heat of the machine and must be capable of learning how to perform basic maintenance of the machine. Associates must be detail oriented.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:00pm
• Overtime

Qualifications

• The ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move materials up to 50lbs.
• The ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be approx... 8-10 hours)
• The ability to use handheld tools such as drills, impacts, hammers, calipers, and micrometers.
• Standing: Continuously
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: None
• Stooping (forward leaning): Occasionally
• Reaching/Working Overhead: Occasionally

Salary and Benefits

• Starting rate $20.00
• Multiple performance reviews within your first two years, which include the ability to receive multiple wage increases.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, flexible-spending accounts.
• PTO after 30 days and 10 paid holidays after 30 days
• Quarterly bonus after 6 months of employment
• Onsite Fitness Center and medical clinic
• 2 forms of retirement; 401(k) with a company match program and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Shares in the employee ownership stock program valued at $1,515.93 per share!
• On the job training
• And, so much more!

About JASPER

JASPER has been remanufacturing quality products since 1942 and today we are the nation's largest remanufacturer of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, rear axle assemblies, air & fuel components, marine engines, sterndrives, performance engines, and electric motors. JASPERs, over 2,500 Associate-Owners, are committed to providing our customers with exceptional experience and the perfect product. We are firmly committed to providing all our Associate-Owners with a safe work environment, opportunities for Personal Growth and Development and a wide array of benefits. Own Your Future by becoming part our 100% Associate-Owned Family!