Machine Operator- Forge

Hendrickson; Town of Ridgeway (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Flexible spending account

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hendrickson is seeking a skilled machinist to operate the Forge Robotic Cell, including the Induction Heater/Table, Upsetter and Forge Press. You will adjust programs, change tools, and inspect parts for dimensional accuracy.

Work requires reading blueprints, setting up machines, and using precision gauges to verify tolerances. The role demands good communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols in a noisy industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to read blueprints and orders.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Computer literacy to record information.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and blue print specifications to determine what program needs to be run.
• Review material requirements and determine machine adjustments.
• Set up machines with provided program and adjust as needed.
• Manually maneuver Robots when necessary.
• Ability to multi-task several operations.
• Measure parts to ensure dimensional accuracy with gauges and micrometers.
• Follow written and oral work instructions.
• Work well with supervision and co-workers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Basic math skills

Read blueprints

Precision measuring equipment

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Position Purpose

Responsible for running the Forge Robotic Cell, which includes, Induction Heater/Table, Upsetter and Forge Press. Make adjustments and perform tool changes. Inspect parts to insure dimensional accuracy.

Position Purpose

Responsible for running the Forge Robotic Cell, which includes, Induction Heater/Table, Upsetter and Forge Press. Make adjustments and perform tool changes. Inspect parts to insure dimensional accuracy.

Position Purpose

Responsible for running the Forge Robotic Cell, which includes, Induction Heater/Table, Upsetter and Forge Press. Make adjustments and perform tool changes. Inspect parts to insure dimensional accuracy.

Hourly Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.35 (+$0.90 for 2nd shift)

Essential Functions

• Reads work orders and blue print specifications to determine what program needs to be run.
• Reviews material requirements and determines what machine adjustments need to be made.
• Ability to set machines up with program provided and make adjustments as needed.
• Ability to manually maneuver Robots when necessary.
• Ability to multi-task several operations.
• Measures parts to ensure dimensional accuracy using numerous precision gauges including but not limited to snap gauges, height gauges, calipers, dial indicator and micrometers.
• Follows written and oral work instruction.
• Works well with supervision and co-workers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education And Training

High School Diploma/ GED

Minimum Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment such as, but not limited to calipers, snap gauges, height gauges, ring gauges, pin gauges and micrometers.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to read blueprints and orders.
• Computer literacy to record information.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand continuously for 8 - 12 hours.
• Ability to work in tight places.
• Strength and manual dexterity sufficient to operate tools to make repairs.
• Ability to lift to 20 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to twist, bend and lift repetitively.
• Ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform repairs, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor.
• Good eye/hand coordination and good motor skills.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to loud noises.
• Exposure to hot and humid conditions.
• Exposure to coolants, oils, grease and water.
• Double hearing protection and eye protection is required at all times in all production areas.
• Steel toe boots with metatarsals are required at all times.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness., $19.00 -$22.35 hourly (+$0.90 for 2nd shift)