Machinist B - 2nd Shift

Kaney Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaney Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking a Machinist B to set up and operate manual chucker, drills, hones, hobs, OD grinders and related equipment to produce quality parts in compliance with specifications and procedures.

You will perform basic inspections, adjust tooling to meet dimensions and finishes, and document manufacturing and inspection records while maintaining TPM and safety standards in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years related experience or certified training.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate assigned machines.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Inspect parts per instructions to meet quality standards.
• Make adjustments to equipment/tooling to meet dimensions/finishes.
• Interact with coworkers to solve problems.
• Maintain accurate time reporting and manufacturing/inspection records.
• Follow TPM requirements and maintain good housekeeping.
• Comply with quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Mathematics basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machining equipment

Job description

Description

The Machinist B responsibilities include the setup and operation of one or more of the following machines; manual chucker, drills, hones, hobs, OD Grinders and other machines/equipment as assigned, with oversight as needed to produce quality products that meet all applicable requirements. With help from others, able to perform quality inspections of their work and make any required adjustments per general manufacturing practices and company policies/procedures. Some supervision may be required to meet productivity, quality and safety goals.

• With oversight as needed, sets up and operates assigned machines.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities as needed
• Inspect parts per instructions provided in order to produce quality products
• Makes necessary adjustments to equipment/tooling to attain required dimensions and finishes
• Proactively and positively interacts with coworkers to obtain assistance as necessary to solve problems.
• 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 1-2 years related experience or certified training

Minimum Competencies

• Ability to follow detailed instructions as needed to perform day-to-day responsibilities
• Possess basic mechanical aptitude
• Understands basic mathematics and geometry
• Ability to read blueprints with some knowledge of Geometry Dimension & Tolerancing
• Possess good communication skills and works well in a team environment
• Familiar with general machining and inspection equipment