Machinist

U.S. Sugar; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Sugar in Clewiston, FL seeks a skilled machinist/maintenance technician to fabricate, install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair cane processing equipment.

This day shift role with periodic overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays, requires independent work and teamwork in a high-tech, automated environment. You will follow safety protocols, read blueprints, operate machine tools, and ensure accurate measurements.

Qualifications

• Must read and understand English on the job site and in training.
• Three years' experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and layout work.
• Capable of crane operation and rigging; crane certification within 90 days.
• Able to perform calculations and measurements; use micrometers and calipers.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all Company policies and safety regulations.
• Complete safety trainings and pre-shift meetings.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records using CMMS.
• Perform routine safety checks on equipment.
• Fabricate, install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair cane processing equipment.
• Read drawings and determine methods of operation.
• Operate and set up machine tools to fabricate parts.
• Measure parts with precision instruments to ensure quality.
• Monitor machining feeds and speeds.
• Ensure machine tools are kept in good working condition.
• Support crane and rigging activities as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/understanding English

Mathematical calculations

Blueprint reading

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Tools

Lathes

Drill presses

Milling machines

Shapers

Grinders

Overhead crane

Rigging procedures

Job description

U.S. Sugar is one of the nation’s largest fully integrated producer of sugarcane, a leading provider of fresh vegetables and citrus products and a regional short line railroad operator. Headquartered in Clewiston, Florida the company farms more than 200,000 acres in Hendry, Glades, Martin and Palm Beach counties and employs approximately 3,000 people including many high skilled/wage jobs in automated environments. Produces 650,000 - 700,000 tons of cane sugar a year, providing nearly 8% of the nation’s sugar production. U.S. Sugar employs nearly 3,000 people including high skilled / high wage jobs in variety of automated environments. Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.

Why U.S. Sugar?

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, this is a day shift position with periodic overtime requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays; working independently or in a team, safely and efficiently fabricate, install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair cane processing equipment, and provide assistance for planned and preventative maintenance of equipment as required.

Functions

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all Company, Local, State and Federal regulations relating to Health, Safety, Operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and/or certifications related to the position.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities including the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Perform routine safety checks on equipment prior to start, and maintain all records pertinent to the job.
• Perform, or assist in, maintenance and repairs as needed throughout the Mill.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.

Qualifications

• Must have positive results from Company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job, over the radio, and in the classroom, and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the work site.
• Demonstrate the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.
• Must have a minimum of three years experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment such as hydraulic systems, turbines, pumps, gearboxes and conveyors.
• Have in depth knowledge of lathes, drill presses, milling machines, key cutters and various machine shop equipment.
• Must be capable of working with an overhead crane and other various lifting devices including proper rigging procedures, and become crane certified within 90 days of hire.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations and measurements pertaining to the job.
• Must have the ability to read blue prints and layout work.
• Must possess a basic knowledge of machinist tools, metals, and their properties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

90% of the work environment is conducted in a covered environment, exposed to heights and rapidly changing temperatures including extreme heat, weather conditions, blowing dust and particles, loud noise, and limited visibility while wearing PPE (i.e.: hard hat, goggles, and ear plugs); regularly climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, crawling, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching overhead, standing for long periods, and walking on uneven ground containing slip and trip hazards. Will routinely work while lifting, loading, pushing and/or pulling of up to 55 lbs. unassisted.

10% of the work environment involves being exposure to caustic chemicals, electronic magnets, and pressurized steam, routinely using heavy equipment and machinery with moving parts, and occasionally accessing enclosed/confined spaces using lock-out/tag-out practices and artificial light, working around wet or dripping, moving machinery with sharp edges, reaching above the head while crouching, standing, or laying prone, to spot weld or provide maintenance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.