Machinist A

Kaney Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaney Inc. is seeking a Machinist A for the second shift in Rockford, IL. You will set up and operate multiple machines, perform quality inspections, and work with minimal supervision to meet productivity and safety goals.

Responsibilities include training operators, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring adherence to TPM and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years related experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and math/geometry skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate assigned equipment with minimal supervision.
• Assist in training operators in the safe use and operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Proactively interact with coworkers to provide assistance, answer questions and solve problems.
• Perform first piece sample verification of work done by others.
• Interpret and suggest improvements to new and existing processes.
• Make necessary adjustments to equipment/tooling to attain required dimensions and finishes.
• Maintain correct time reporting and accurate entries on manufacturing and inspection records.
• Follow TPM requirements and maintain good housekeeping.
• Comply with company quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

Description

The Machinist A, second shift, responsibilities include the setup and operation of one or more of the following manual machine types: lathes, mills, grinders, drills, hones, hobs, shapers, bevel gear generators and other machines/equipment as assigned. Performs quality inspections of their work and make any required adjustments per general manufacturing practices and company policies/procedures. Requires only minimal supervision to meet productivity, quality and safety goals.

• With minimal supervision, setup and operate assigned equipment
• Assist in the training of operators in the safe use and operation of manufacturing equipment
• Participates in continuous improvement activities as needed
• Proactive and positively interacts with coworkers to provide assistance, answer questions and solve problems when required
• Performs first piece sample verification of work done by others
• Interpret and offer suggestions of improvement to new and existing processes
• Makes necessary adjustments to equipment/tooling to attain required dimensions and finishes
• Maintain correct time reporting and accurate entries on manufacturing and inspection records
• Follow TPM requirements as required and maintains overall good housekeeping practices
• Complies with company quality and safety requirements

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years related experience

Minimum Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong utilization of basic mathematics and geometry
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints/drawings.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Possess excellent communications skills and works well in a team environment
• Experience with setting up and operating several machines
• Knowledge of a wide variety of inspection equipment and techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training such as related college course work, vocation training, certificate programs or apprenticeship training strongly preferred