Manual Machinist I Threadmills- 3rd shift

Kaplan International; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Joyce/Dayton Corp. in the United States is seeking a Manual Machinist I to operate and maintain manual milling machines to produce threadmilled parts. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork under the 10:48PM-7:18AM shift with a 15% shift differential.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of experience, and strong blueprint reading and tooling knowledge. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on productivity and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school 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 to be a self-starter.
• Basic blueprint reading skills.
• Basic product knowledge and tooling knowledge.
• Basic understanding of feeds and speeds.
• Overhead crane experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual milling machines to produce threadmilled 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.
• Work in a team environment with material schedulers and product control.

Skills

Manual milling

Hand tools

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprint reading

Die handling

Job description

Job Title

Manual Machinist I Threadmills- 3rd shift 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

THIS IS A 3RD SHIFT POSITION: 10:48PM-7:18AM. 15% SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

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 upkeep 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

Employer

Joyce/Dayton Corp.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Culture

When you join Joyce/Dayton, you'll work with a growing team making an impact. We're always looking for passionate, curious and humble people to join our team. Come work alongside a talented group of individuals that are driven to deliver great customer outcomes in one of our multiple locations including Dayton, OH and manufacturing facilities in Portland, IN and Clayton, OH. As the premier provider of screw jacks and other mechanical linear motion products in North America, our mission is to consistently exceed customer At Joyce/Dayton we put our employees and our customers at the center of everything we do. Our mission drives us to be resourceful, seek diverse perspectives, and navigate through ambiguity. By working together on behalf of our customers, we are building the future. Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us.

Benefits

As part of the Joyce/Dayton family, we are proud to offer benefits to help ease your mind and allow you to do your best. With a range of benefits and resources, you and your family will have access to programs designed to prioritize your health and retirement well‑being.