Machinist

Sharp Electronics Corporation (US); Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Overtime opportunities

401k match

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Training & development

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Sharp Manufacturing Company of America in Memphis, TN is seeking a skilled machinist to fabricate metal parts for repairs and new production. You will read blueprints, work from CAD data, and operate a range of metalworking equipment including lathes, mills, welders, and CNC machines.

Safety and quality are essential. The role requires a Journeyman Apprenticeship or 6 years of tooling experience, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Requires Accredited Journeyman's Apprenticeship or 6 years experience in machine tooling or tool and die making.
• Must fabricate parts, fixtures, tools or equipment from blueprints, CAD drawings, or written instructions.
• Operate and maintain machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders.
• Arc and TIG welding experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal parts for repairs and production from drawings or CAD data.
• Operate end mills, lathes, band saws, welders, grinders and CNC equipment safely.
• Maintain work area and ensure parts meet specifications using precision instruments.
• Follow safety procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

CAD data

Education

Journeyman Apprenticeship or 6 years experience in machine tooling

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Welding (arc/TIG)

CNC equipment

Job description

Utilizes manual machining equipment to produce replacement and new metal parts for mechanical equipment repairs. Fabricate metal parts for experimental apparatus, prototype equipment, new production equipment, tools or dies, working from drawing, blueprints, verbal or written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks which requires a thorough knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials, tools and equipment.
• Work from CAD data, engineering drawing, rough sketches, manuals or verbal instructions.
• Operate equipment such as, but not limited to, vertical end mill, lathe, band saw, wire welder, arc welder, gas welder, cutting torch, surface grinder and CNC equipment.
• Maintain work area and operate equipment according to equipment specification so as to ensure quality parts and safe operation.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, etc..
• Follow machine safety procedures as applicable such as rigging and lockout/tagout.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Accredited Journeyman's Apprenticeship or 6 years experience in machine tooling or tool and die making.
• Must be able to fabricate parts, fixtures, tools or equipment from blue prints, CAD drawings and oral or written instructions.
• Must be able to operate and maintain all machine shop equipment including but not limited to lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders.
• Arch welder and TIG welder.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift heavy parts or equipment up to 75 lbs on a regular basis.
• Able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, and aerial lifts safely. Able to move furniture, desks, and equipment.
• Job requires frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, and crawling into tight spaces.
• Environment is not air conditioned.

About Sharp Manufacturing Company of America

SMCA is the U.S. manufacturing facility for SHCA, the U.S. Consumer Products Group of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. sales subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer and manufacturer of one-of-a-kind premium technology products, who was recently honored as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies for 2024. SHCA includes the manufacturing of premium home appliances in Memphis, TN, together with the sales & marketing, and servicing of home electronics based in Montvale, NJ. Leading products include Sharp Carousel®, Microwave Drawer™ Ovens, SuperSteam+™ ovens, and Plasmacluster® Ion air purifiers.

Compensation for this position

The starting pay rate for this position is $24.33/hour and at one year $25.95/hour. The listed contractual rates excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits.

• Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plan (medical, dental and vision).
• Opportunities for daily and weekly overtime based on business needs.
• 401k retirement plan with a competitive match with financial support tools.
• Employee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support.
• Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)
• Training and professional development.
• Vacation and paid holidays.
• Dynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.

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