Precision Valve Machinist - Night Shift (12-Hour)

Worthington Enterprises; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises in Maize, Kansas is seeking an experienced MVH Operator to join their team. This role is essential in the main valve housing department, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are consistently met.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills and a detail-oriented approach, with responsibilities including operating machinery and working alongside a team to fulfill customer requirements efficiently. Applicants should be prepared for night shifts and physical demands.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of cold heading/forming or machining.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.
• Machine parts needed to meet customer demands.
• Maintain a steady work pace throughout a 12-hour shift.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ready to build something better? Join our team and grow with us!

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ready to build something better? Join our team and grow with us!

Worthington Enterprises is looking for an MVH Operator on night shift. These are 12-hour shifts, 6pm to 6am, and a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. We are looking for individualswho are motivated, dependable, and ready to learn. At this facility, we produce propane cylinders used by customers across the country.

This experienced machinist works in conjunction with other members in the main valve housing department to ensure production schedules and quality standards are met, with little downtime, through machining parts needed in order to meet customers' needs and demands. This position requires strong mechanical knowledge. A detailed orientated, self-motivated, problem solver that utilizes a strong work ethic.

Why Worthington Enterprises?

At Worthington Enterprises, we believe better is always possible. That means creating better solutions for our customers, better opportunities for our employees, stronger returns for our shareholders, and making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Through it all, we’re guided by the Golden Rule — treating others the way we want to be treated.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on cold headers/cold formers and multi-spindle screw machines
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to machine parts to specification while maintaining required tolerances
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure efficient and accurate production prior to approval
• Inspect finished product to verify conformance with quality standards and specifications
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Work independently and take ownership of assigned equipment and tasks
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement
• Follow all plant safety rules, policies, and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout
• Perform all duties in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and transformation initiatives, including safety initiatives
• Assist team members as needed to support production goals
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor, or manager
  
  

Desired Experience/Skills And Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, machine operation, or related experience is helpful but not required
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to perform basic math, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: With shift premiums
• Overtime Pay: Time-and-a-half for hours over 40/week and double-time for hours over 48/week.
• Profit Sharing: Quarterly profit-sharing with no cap. See your hard work pay off.
• Rotating Schedule: Gives you every other weekend off, and you’ll only work 13 days a month.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one, with HSA contributions included.
• Development Opportunities: On the job training, and opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled, with exposure to varying temperatures