Machinist C

Aliaxis; Huntsville (AL); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 49.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

IPEX USA, LLC, a Huntsville, AL based manufacturer, seeks a Machinist to operate CNC/manual machines on a day shift (6:30am-3pm) with option for 4x10s on alternating Fridays and Mondays. Role involves reading drawings, setting up tooling, and maintaining quality parts per specs.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of precision machining experience, strong math skills, and proficiency with CAD/CAM software. Safe, productive work environment with strong 5S practices.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED with proven experience programming and operating manual or CNC machines in mid-to-heavy manufacturing.
• 2-3 years of experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read drawings/specifications with geometric tolerances.
• Understanding of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars and inserts.
• Knowledge of programming segments and corresponding operations.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrates attention to detail and product knowledge.
• Perform preventative maintenance, tooling changes, modification and repair on machine tooling.
• Interpret drawings to write CNC programs with appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds.
• Study drawings, manuals, and specifications to resolve dimensions and setup requirements.
• Build setup sheets based on tooling selection criteria.
• Monitor and verify accuracy of initial setup and outcomes.
• Revise programs per engineering changes and maintain program library.
• Support process improvements and reduce machine time through tool/product testing.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and store inventory properly.
• Participate in safety initiatives and 5S activities.
• Work safely and assist in maintaining a balanced work environment.

Conocimientos

Precision measuring equipment

Blueprint reading

CNC programming knowledge

Geometry and algebra

Problem solving

Computer literacy (Word/Outlook/Excel)

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

Descripción del empleo

IPEX USA, LLC, is a manufacturer of the industry’s highest quality plastic pipe, with a comprehensive product offering, featuring PVC, CPVC, PE and PEX, with innovative production facilities. IPEX is known as an industry leader, focusing on innovation, timely delivery, and personalized service.

We currently have a phenomenal opportunity as a Machinist! This role is based at our facility in Huntsville, Alabama. This will be for a day shift 6:30am-3pm with an option to work 4 10-hour shifts will alternating Fridays and Mondays.

Summary

The Machinist supports plant operations by using CNC and/or manual machining knowledge to modify, repair, and/or maintain various equipment and tooling. Higher level technicians write CNC programming, to include proper methodology, tooling, cutting speeds and feeds, to generate quality parts in accordance with product specifications. Applies niche knowledge in addition to routine work area procedures to complete activities. Resolves task related problems of varying complexity, ranging from straightforward to highly sophisticated, and with considerable latitude and independent judgement. Ability to perform duties safely with limited supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates attention to detail, careful work practices, and product knowledge.

• Perform preventative maintenance, tooling changes, modification, and repair on machine tooling.

• Perform mold assessments and repairs by reviewing last shots, history sheets, and providing production support for molds in use.

• Interprets drawings and/ or proven part models to write programs for the CNC machines that include proper methodology, tooling, cutting speeds and feeds in order to generate quality parts in accordance to product specifications, to the extent of individual skill.

• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to resolve dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and set-up requirements to improve efficiency.

• Builds set-up sheets based on tooling selection criteria.

• Monitors and verifies the accuracy of each job’s initial set-up and outcome.

• Revises programs and documents based on engineering changes.

• Maintains library of programs in the vault.

• Responsible for process improvements and machine time reductions including tool and new product program testing.

• Conducts general area and workstation housekeeping for maintaining a clean and safe work area, including clean up at work sites.

• Stores inventory and materials in neat and labeled areas consistent with 5S and safety principles.

• Supports and participates in high performing teams.

• Participates in safety activities such as support for Suggestion Boards, Grass Root team projects, 5S projects, department ergonomic improvements.

• Works safely, follows safety rules and regulations, and assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and balanced work environment.

Skills, knowledge & requirements

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by validated proven experience programming and operating manual or CNC machines in a mid to heavy manufacturing environment.

• 2-3 years of experience in the application of precision measuring equipment

• Ability to accurately read drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerances and dimensions.

• Detailed knowledge of programming segments and corresponding operations, in accordance with level of position.

• Solid understanding of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars and inserts used on various machines.

• Ability to use various mathematical skills to calculate material fabrication, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra.

• Ability to set priorities and efficiently advance projects to achieve customer and quality objectives.

• Proven ability to work independently and follow through with assignments with minimal direction.

• Validated skills using software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, Mastercam, CAD/CAM software, in accordance with the level of position.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.

• Ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.

• Alignment to safety and quality standards, and dedication to reporting and correcting all issues.

• Communicate efficiently, both verbally and in writing, with all levels in the plant.

• Demonstrate dedication to safety, quality, and a positive work environment.

Physical requirements

• Bends, stoops, crouches, reaches, and pulls.

• Uses fine motor skills to operate tools and machinery, including in tight spaces with low tolerance.

• Walks, cleans, and completes paperwork or data entry into computer inventory system.

• Lifts and moves up to 50 pounds.

• Holds, lifts, and manipulates parts of different sizes, shapes, and weights for inspection.

• Inspects parts and reads blueprints or schematics using near vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

• Work Environment:

• Exposed to humid conditions, airborne particles and extreme cold or heat.

• Moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels.

• Frequently exposed to fumes.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to humid conditions, and extreme cold or heat

• Frequent exposure to airborne particles

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels

• Occasional exposure to fumes or risk of electrical shock

Pay & Benefits

• Starting hourly rate of $30/hour

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR.