Lathe Setup Technician - Walnut Ridge

MARSHALLTOWN; Walnut Ridge (AR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Dental & Health plans

Vacation eligibility

Job summary

MARSHALLTOWN Hammer in Walnut Ridge, AR is seeking a Lathe Setup Operator to sharpen, shape, and maintain cutting tools, cams, and knives for production. You will ensure optimal production rates while upholding quality and finishes, operating on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Applicants should have mechanical aptitude, be able to read English, use standard tools, and perform routine machine adjustments.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality while meeting production requirements.
• Experience using standard methods for tool sharpening and machine adjustments.
• Proficiency with hand, air, and power tools.
• Familiarity with electrical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Sharpen cutting tools and shape cams and knives according to patterns.
• Set knives and cams on machines to achieve size, shape, and finish.
• Make machine adjustments to ensure proper feed and size maintenance.
• Perform routine measurements and report to quality control.
• Disassemble machines for repairs, diagnose issues and replace parts.
• Maintain shop electrical equipment and safety adherence.
• Meet hourly production goals and keep area clean.
• Follow safety requirements and procedures.
• Assist with other duties as needed by supervisors

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Tool handling

Hand tools

Electrical knowledge

Reading blueprints

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Power tools

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Walnut Ridge AR - Walnut Ridge, AR 72476Lathe Setup Operator

Join our team and work for the market leader of construction tools at MARSHALLTOWN Hammer (previously V&B Manufacturing.)

Now under new ownership. Learn more about MARSHALLTOWN at www.marshalltown.com

Here atMARSHALLTOWN Hammer, we pride ourselves on creating a healthy company culture where new and good ideas are embraced, where excellence and effort are rewarded, decisions are made efficiently, and where we have the resources available in our top-notch facilities to accomplish the goals in which we set out to achieve. Our team strives to problem-solve the constantly evolving needs that arise at our facilities. If being a part of a team that aims to manufacture superior quality tools, works hard, is nimble, and challenges the status quo, then joining theMARSHALLTOWN Hammerteam is the right opportunity for you!

The Defianceand Zuckerman Lathe Setup Operator is responsible for performing a wide range of duties related to sharpening, shaping, and maintaining cutting tools, cams, and knives used in production. This role ensures optimal production rates while maintaining high standards of quality and smooth finishes. The position requires general knowledge of various trades, adherence to established procedures, and decision-making within established guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sharpen cutting tools and shape cams and knives according to specified patterns.
• Set knives and cams on machines to achieve the desired size, shape, and finish.
• Make necessary machine adjustments to ensure proper feed and size maintenance.
• Perform routine measurements and report results to quality control.
• Tear down various shop machines for repairs, diagnose issues, and replace parts as needed.
• Maintain proper working condition of shop electrical equipment, including wiring, motors, starters, switches, and panel boards.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Meets various hourly production goals
• Maintains a clean work area
• Actively ensures that all safety requirements and procedures are met at all times
• Other duties and project work as assigned by supervisors

QualificationsRequirements:

• Attention to detail, communication, and maintaining quality while meeting production requirements are essential skills
• Experience in using standard methods and procedures for tool sharpening and machine adjustments.
• Must be able to use standard hand tools, air tools, and power tools
• Familiarity with electrical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to calculate, reason, problem solve, and read and write in English
• Frequent standing, walking, gripping, and reaching as well as occasional bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and reaching above shoulder level
• Lifting up to 40 lbs without assistance

Benefits:

• MARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, Dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, and vacation eligibility, just to name a few!

MARSHALLTOWN Hammer is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.