Technician

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Ossian (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. seeks a skilled Technician to set up and operate lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precise mold components. You will perform in-process measurements to ensure tolerances and fit with other mold parts, and provide technical guidance to operators.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic aptitude for working with machines. You will read engineering prints, calculate feeds and speeds, select tooling, and plan material

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have basic knowledge and aptitude for working with machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precise components.
• Perform basic maintenance on machinery and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Read prints, calculate feeds and speeds, select proper tooling, and plan the sequence of material removal.
• Understand the properties of materials used in mold production and execute tasks to precise tolerances.
• Measure components accurately for precision.
• Utilize programming software specific to machinery used.
• Write procedures and fill out process guides as required.
• Assist and train machine operators and new or transferred Technicians, providing guidance on equipment operations and processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment, promoting safety awareness and reporting hazards.
• Seek continuous improvement in processes and contribute to process improvements.
• Other duties that are associated with primary job function.

Skills

Reading prints

Mathematical calculations

English proficiency

Measurement accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Machinery programming software

Job description

The Technician is responsible for learning and using various machine tools such as lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to perform machining operations that produce precision mold components that must fit and function properly with other mold parts. Additionally, the Technician is responsible for performing in-process measurements to ensure the precision and accuracy of these components throughout the machining process. This role provides technical guidance and support to operators and other Technicians.

Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED is required. Must have basic knowledge and aptitude for working with machines.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precise components.
• Perform basic maintenance on machinery and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Read prints, calculate feeds and speeds, select proper tooling, and plan the sequence of material removal.
• Understand the properties of materials used in mold production and execute tasks to precise tolerances.
• Measure components accurately for precision.
• Utilize programming software specific to machinery used.
• Write procedures and fill out process guides as required.
• Assist and train machine operators and new or transferred Technicians, providing guidance on equipment operations and processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment, promoting safety awareness and reporting hazards.
• Seek continuous improvement in processes and contribute to process improvements.
• Other duties that are associated with primary job function.

Requirements of Job

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Capable of standing for extended periods with occasional position changes, bending, reaching, lifting, stooping, walking, sitting, and kneeling during each shift as needed. (8-12 hours).
• Capable of lifting and maneuvering up to 50 pounds as needed during each shift.
• Capable of typing, writing, and working with a monitor during each shift as needed. (8-12 hours)
• Must be able to perform advanced mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Must be able to understand scales of measurement.
• Must be able to compare shapes, observe defects or variances, and distinguish color in product and/or specifications.