Machine Technician 1

Burr OAK Tool Inc.; Sturgis, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Burr OAK Tool Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Machine Technician 1 to build components and assemblies for a variety of machines with a quality mindset and in an efficient manner to ensure that the machines are ready for additional processing and finishing.

You will follow 5S practices, maintain safety, and work with drill presses, mills, lathes, and grinders to support assembly and finishing processes. Strong math, communication, and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Appropriate written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and determined to attain goals.
• Documentation of a current drug screen must be provided prior to start date.
• Ability to receive forklift license and learn to operate cranes and man-lifts.
• Must have math skills and ability to utilize various measurement tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, and flexible.
• High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble relatively simple machines and parts that are somewhat repetitive, using appropriate tools.
• Remove burrs and rough surfaces from metal parts with hand tools and grinders.
• Operate drill presses, mills, lathes, and grinders to assist in assembly.
• Transport various assemblies as needed using forklifts and cranes.
• Arrive at work on time and stay engaged during the shift.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Forklift license

Crane/Man-lift operation

Mathematical skills

Interpersonal skills

High energy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Machine Technician 1 Salary Grade: 3

Primary Purpose:

Build components and assemblies for a variety of machines with a quality mindset and in an efficient manner to ensure that the machines are ready for additional processing and finishing.

Roles: Expected behaviors and activities performed to fulfill responsibilities

• Practice and encourage the best safety practices resulting in zero lost time within department.
• Implement and practice effective 5S and participate in regular team 5S audits.
• Set an example of working hard and doing the right things, exhibit energy and positivity.
• Accountable to follow instruction and established routines and process to achieve results.
• Understand and achieve Reasonable Expectations (REs) for current position and responsibilities (excellent productivity and quality) and participate in regular team process audits.
• Engage in clear, courteous, effective, honest, and open communications with team members and others within and outside the department and company.
• Develop and seek positive relationships; actively participate in regular huddles and goal setting.

Responsibilities: Quantifiable metrics to which a person is held accountable

• Arrive at work and position consistently on time; remain present and engaged the entire assigned shift.
• Able to recognize and document patterns in process and problem solving.
• Participate in regular employee reviews including setting and achieving goals.
• Assemble relatively simple machines and their individual parts that are somewhat repetitive in nature. Utilize appropriate tools to accomplish tasks.
• Remove burrs and rough surfaces from metal parts with hand tools and grinders as required.
• Operate drill presses, mills, lathes, and grinders to assist in assembly operation as required.
• Transport various assemblies as needed using forklifts and cranes.

  Essential qualifications and skills

  • High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
  • Appropriate written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and determined to attain goals.
  • Documentation of a current drug screen must be provided prior to start date.
  • Ability to receive forklift license and learn to operate cranes and man-lifts.
  • Must have math skills and ability to utilize various measurement tools.
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, and flexible.
  • High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
  Preferred

  Team Player

  Works well as a member of a group

  Detail Oriented

  Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

  Dedicated

  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

  Goal Completion

  Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

  Ability to Make an Impact

  Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

  Growth Opportunities

  Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

  Equal Opportunity Employer
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