Machinist, 1st Class

PDI; New York, Orangeburg (NY, SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Associates to join their innovative team in New York. This role involves fabricating and assembling state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring optimal performance for production. With a focus on quality and service, you'll support the engineering department and contribute to continuous improvements in fabrication processes. If you have a passion for machinery and a commitment to excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in parts fabrication and machinery assembly.
• Proficiency in welding, drilling, and tapping.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble fixtures and components for packaging equipment.
• Repair and maintain production machine parts as required.
• Continuously seek improvements in fabrication processes.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

CNC Machine Operation

FeatureCAM Software

Machinery Assembly

Welding

Drilling

Tapping

Basic Math Skills

Education

Trade School Diploma

Tools

CNC Lathes

Conventional Lathes

Milling Machines

Surface Grinders

Sheet Metal Tools

Job description

Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas—Healthcare, Sani Professional, and Contract Manufacturing divisions—we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading-edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new machines and repaired parts and equipment designed and built by the NY Engineering department. Ensures proper function of equipment and parts when released to the Production department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Fabricate and assemble fixtures and components for packaging and related equipment.
• Support and assist the Production department with technical expertise.
• Repair and maintain production machine parts as required.
• Assist Production and Maintenance departments with equipment repairs.
• Make necessary repairs to damaged or worn production equipment parts.
• Continuously seek improvements in fabrication processes and machinery.
• Maintain a regular and consistent clean-up schedule weekly.
• Support the Liquid department and Warehouse with equipment repairs.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Ability to work with blueprints.
• Knowledge of CNC machine operation.
• Knowledge of FeatureCAM software.
• Ability to assemble machinery and machine components.
• Proficiency in using all machine shop tools for fabrication.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimal supervision required from the engineering manager and mechanical engineer.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Trade School Diploma.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

• Proficiency in welding, drilling, and tapping.
• Setup and drawing using FeatureCAM for CNC milling machines.
• Setup and operation of CNC lathes.
• Setup and operation of conventional lathes and milling machines.
• Use of surface grinders.
• Cutting and bending sheet metal.
• Understanding torque settings for fasteners.
• Shop safety protocols.
• Basic math skills.
• Bearing fitting and blueprint reading.
• At least 5 years' experience in parts fabrication and machinery assembly.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to move bilaterally right and left.
• Stand for up to 7 hours per day.
• Walk continuously to service machinery.
• Bend, squat, and kneel as needed.
• Lift and handle up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain steady footing.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.