Machinist

Mohawk Lifts, LLC; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Lifts, LLC is seeking a Machinist in Amsterdam, NY. The role requires operating a range of machine shop equipment including presses, CNC tools, plasma cutting, and hydraulic cylinder assembly to fabricate, drill, and bend parts for production.

You will read prints, measure with gauges, and perform tool changes, while maintaining safety and quality standards. Experience in metal fabrication and crane/forklift operation is preferred; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operating grinders, lathes and milling machines.
• Math skills to take precise measurements and calculations.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for manufacturing plans.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations to reduce accidents.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Five (5) years experience in a machine shop environment.
• Prior Forklift and/or Crane Operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment in the Machine Shop.
• Read prints to ensure hole location, size, and type.
• Operate drill presses and tooling setups.
• Lift and transport work pieces manually or with a hoist.
• Verify conformance with gauges, calipers and micrometers.
• Change worn tooling and maintain tools.
• Assemble and test hydraulic cylinders from components.
• Rebuild and test remanufactured cylinders.
• Perform safety inspections and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Grinders

Lathes

Milling

Math skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Health and safety

Teamwork

Detail oriented

5+ yrs exp

Forklift experience

Crane operator

Tools

Press Brake

PLC Saw

Plasma Cutter

CNC Machines

Drill Press

Hydraulic cylinders

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Machinist

Full time 8640 Amsterdam, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: This role operates equipment within our Machine Shop to include a Press Brake, PLC Saw, Plasma Cutting Table, CNC equipment, and manual equipment to fabricate, cut, drill, and bend parts for production. This role also requires the assembling of hydraulic cylinders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Able to setup and operate equipment within our Machine Shop.
• Able to read prints, including ensure accurate hole location, size, and type.
• Perform full manual drill press operation, to include setup, such as single or multiple-spindle drill presses to drill, ream, countersink, spot face or tap holes in metal or non-metal work piece according to specifications.
• Lift and carry work pieces manually or with a hoist or other mechanical lifting device.
• Observe machine operation and verify conformance of drilled work piece to specifications using fixed gauges, calipers and micrometers.
• Change worn cutting tools using wrenches.
• Operate Drill Sharpener.
• Cut, drill, and punch parts utilizing various saws and other cutting machinery.
• Assemble and test hydraulic cylinders from manufactured and supplied components.
• Rebuild and testing of returned cylinders for remanufactured supply.
• Fluid fill, assemble and test hydraulic power units to specified scope and settings.
• Fabricate or modify metal components for use in cylinders and weld fabrications.
• Proper use of measurement tools & equipment for setup, manufacture, and verification of dimensional and pressure product specifications.
• Set up and operate bench machinery required to perform part fabrication and assembly operations for cylinders.
• Assembly of pneumatic and hydraulic products.
• Actively participate in cross training and continuous improvement assignments.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers including training and knowledge sharing.
• Learn new skills, techniques and equipment operation as assigned.
• Collaborate with material handling personnel to perform incoming/outgoing work logistics and workflow organization.
• Maintain clean and organized work area conditions.
• Receive direction from production supervisor or other designated leader.
• May work overtime as production needs require.
• Maintains conformance with safety rules and regulations, if you are unclear of or uncomfortable with a safety process then you have an obligation to make your supervisor aware.
• It is required that if you see or are made aware of a safety related issue or concern to immediately address it or make management aware.
• Involved with continuous improvement efforts regarding all aspects of safety.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform work in a safe manner, complete all required safety inspections and adhere to safety rules and guidelines including safely operate crane and/or forklift if trained and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:

• Knowledge of how to operate grinders, lathes and milling machines.
• Math skills to take precise measurements and make calculations.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective manufacturing plans based on specifications.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues that arise during the manufacturing process.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations to reduce the risk of workplace accidents.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with management and co-workers.
• Must be detail oriented with attention to accuracy.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English language and be understood.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in a machine shop environment specializing in metal fabrication or other related industrial products.
• Prior Forklift and/or Crane Operator experience.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS: None.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Physical activity includes standing, reaching, grasping, bending, reaching above shoulders, and lifting up to 50 pounds. If work demands require lifting in excess of 50 pounds, the use of a mechanical device or initiation of a two-person lift is required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Perform activities in a well-lighted and well-ventilated area. May be subject to changes in temperature and exposure to above normal noise levels, wet floors, electrical equipment, and chemicals. Will be exposed to uncontrolled environmental conditions during driving. Normally acceptable manufacturing environment with no abnormal hazards or risks other than those listed herein.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TDD/TTY: email [e-mail]

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, veteran or military status, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, creed, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic predisposition, political affiliation or belief, status as a domestic violence or stalking victim, beneficiary status of programs financially assisted under Title I of the WIA, or any other protected class under federal, state or local law. Mohawk Lifts LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.