Machinist/Millwright

ArdaghGroup; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardagh Metal Packaging seeks a Mechanical Maintenance technician to setup, operate and maintain machine tools for production. You will rebuild, repair and overhaul equipment, read blueprints, and ensure precision in parts and tooling.

Daily inspections, welding/brazing as needed, and execution of preventive maintenance are required. The role supports production safely and efficiently in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Familiar with PPE and safety practices.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of metals and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools for production.
• Rebuild/repair equipment and perform overhauls.
• Read blueprints and translate to setups.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools.
• Perform welding/brazing as required.
• Maintain and repair dies and tooling.
• Prepare materials and inventory for jobs.
• Collaborate with supervision on maintenance tasks.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Welding/brazing

Machine tool operation

Safety PPE knowledge

Heavy lifting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Vernier etc

Job description

The role of the Mechanical Maintenance position is to make machine parts or other equipment required for production or maintenance as well as rebuild, repair or perform equipment overhaul.

Key Responsibilities:

• Determine most efficient setup and operation of machine tools taking into consideration type of material, tolerances, types of cutting tools, coolants, lubricants and machine tool speeds and feeds.
• Rebuild, repair or overhaul all types of manufacturing and other equipment.
• Make or repair parts as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work from verbal or written instructions or parts to be copied or fitted to plan setup and operation on all types of basic or specialized machine tools.
• Determine specifications for inspection of work and using full range of precision measuring and gauging tools, perform all required inspection before, during and after machining.
• Perform welding and brazing as required.
• Use all machinist hand tools.
• Exhibit a thorough knowledge of mechanical principles involved in repair and overhaul work including timing, synchronizing and aligning the mechanical action so that, under power, the assemblies are mechanically coordinated.
• Set up process manufacturing and other equipment, under power, testing for mechanical difficulties, tracing to their source and correcting.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance inspection of assigned equipment, including those related to building, machinery and as a support service to production, report findings and take appropriate action.
• Write and perform maintenance work orders as required.
• Perform initial set up and try out of new tooling; noting tool operation and necessary modifications, rework, inspection and repair in production machinery.
• Remove and install production dies as assigned and keep them in repair.
• Maintain production tooling by replacement and grinding worn tools such as rings and punches.
• Inspect work, record disbursement of tools and recommend purchase of necessary stock and supplies.
• Refer unusual or critical needs to supervisor.
• Install and/or change the layout of machines and mechanical equipment in a plant; layout and assemble as necessary, conforming to building codes and similar specifications.
• Perform duties such as dismantling, moving, installing or repairing shafting, conveyors, hoists and other equipment.
• Use measuring devices in constructing machine foundations and installing machines and equipment in correct position.
• Perform required painting, required cement, mortar and plastering work and required carpentry work.
• Make crates, scaffolds, etc.
• Perform building maintenance, such as repairing floors, windows, doors, and roofs.
• Perform metal forming, welding, brazening, guard work, and sheet metal fabrication and installation.
• Maintain duct work cleaning and repairing as required.
• Perform repair and maintenance work on all industrial and small motorized equipment with gas, diesel, propane and electrical motors.
• Perform pipefitting and plumbing work.
• Install, repair and maintain plumbing and piping systems and equipment.
• Operate and maintain heating systems, boilers, pumps, mixers, compressors and other related equipment.
• Prepare Bill of Materials needed for new work and layout work and materials to be used; estimates completion time requisitions materials required.
• Maintain an inventory of standard mill items.
• Grinds various rings, punches and other metal forming dies on daily basis.
• Provides sizes for tooling to vendors as needed.
• Daily inventory of all ironing tooling.
• Inspects and verifies measurements and quality of all ironing tooling.
• Verifies calibration of precision grinding and measuring machines.
• In charge of maintenance and proper operation of all tool room equipment.
• Operate equipment and assist on production floor as directed.

Requirements:

• Familiar with Personal Protective Equipment.
• Minimum 5+ previous mechanical/fast-paced manufacturing experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and equipment of the machinist trade.
• Knowledge of the machining qualities, properties and uses of various metals such as aluminum, brass, steel, cast iron and stainless steel as well as non-metallic materials.
• Skill in the operation of machine tools and the use of precision measuring devices.
• Proven skills in layout, parts fabrication, blueprint reading, metal and materials, rigging, mechanical principles and repairs, operation of machine tools.
• Able to stand for a long duration of time, in excess of 8 hours a day.
• Able to bend over and rotate body repeatedly.
• Able to lift 50 pounds floor to waist.
• Ability to squat for 2+ minutes at a time.
• Able to move wrists for fine movements.
• Able to push/pull 100+ of static force.
• Exposure to heat, cold, vibrations, odors/fumes, and loud noise.
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, holidays and night shifts if needed.

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you'll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English‑proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

Nearest Major Market: Cleveland Nearest Secondary Market: Mansfield