Manual Machinist I Threadmills

Joyce/Dayton Corp.; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyce/Dayton Corp. in Portland, IN is seeking a Manual Machinist I Threadmills to operate and maintain manual milling machines, ensuring parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards.

The role requires safe practices, teamwork with schedulers and control, and the ability to document die usage and productivity improvements. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years' experience, basic tool knowledge, and familiarity with blueprints, feeds and speeds, and gearing

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years proven experience in machining.
• Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
• Basic blueprint reading and precision measuring abilities.
• Ability to read and follow routing information and setup capabilities.
• Own basic tools and able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual milling machines to produce threadmill parts.
• Inspect work and maintain tolerances.
• Understand machining principles and feeds/speeds basics.
• Track tool usage and communicate productivity improvements.
• Train new operators as required and keep area clean.

Skills

Manual milling

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Machining principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Basic tooling

Job description

## Manual Machinist I ThreadmillsApplylocations: Portland, IN, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR257813**Job Title**Manual Machinist I Threadmills**Shift**Shift 3 (United States of America)**Summary**A successful Manual Machinist I, Threadmills operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining manual milling machines to produce parts. The position must work safely and effectively while keeping high-quality standards. This is an hourly non-exempt position reporting to the Group Leader.**Job Description****Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Operate manual milling machines to produce threadmiled parts;* Inspect work and hold tolerances;* Understand all machining principles;* Track and document die usage and evaluate die condition;* Identify and communicate recommendations for product and productivity enhancements (lean initiatives);* Work in a team environment with material schedulers and product control to support customer needs;* Maintain compliance with company policy, safety, and good housekeeping practices;* Monitor and measure products to ensure tolerance/specs adherence;* Effectively train new operators as required;* Prioritize work in an efficient and productive manner;* Upkeep and cleanliness of machines and area;* Troubleshoot machines as needed;* Motivate co-workers for continuous quality improvement;* Keep scrap and rework at minimal levels as defined;* Additional duties as assigned;**Critical Skills:*** Trustworthiness- We earn trust through honesty, integrity and reliability.* Adaptable- We are able to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.* Approachable- We are open minded, friendly, engaging, understanding and empathetic; being comfortable engaging in challenging conversations.* Curious- We improve the organization by seeking information and knowledge to continually grow and learn and reduce moments of uncertainty and ambiguity.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Highschool Diploma or GED required.* Minimum of 3 years proven experience.* Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Demonstrated willingness and ability associated with being a self-starter.* Basic blueprint reading skills.* Basic product knowledge.* Basic programming knowledge or experience.* Basic set-up capabilities.* Basic tooling knowledge.* Basic understanding of feeds and speeds.* Basic understanding of gearing terminology.* Very minimal direction required.* Overhead crane experience.* Ability to read precision measuring equipment.* Have your own basic tools.* Capable of understanding and following routing information.* Able to work closely in a teamwork environment.* Able to prioritize work in an efficient and productive manner.* Basic ability to monitor and measure product to ensure it’s within tolerance specifications.* Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and expediter.* Responsible for basic up keep and cleanliness of machines and area.* Additional duties as assigned.**Physical Requirements:*** Prolonged periods standing.* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.**Time Type**Full time**Joyce/Dayton Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.**