• Operate CNC router and molding machines safely and efficiently. • Use various hand and power tools, including screwdrivers, hammers, power drills, rivet guns, routers, etc. • Operate powered equipment such as drill presses, saws, and pneumatic/hydraulic punches. • Set up, adjust, and monitor production equipment according to job specifications. • Follow all manufacturing procedures, safety protocols, and work instructions (verbal and written). • Mix raw plastic stock and pigments; load materials into machines as needed. • Conduct self-inspections and maintain quality standards using verbal and written instructions and inspection plans. • Complete and maintain accurate production and inspection records. • Interpret production orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine job requirements. • Package, label, and prepare in-process and finished products for shipment or further processing. • Manually move materials and finished products using carts, pallet jacks, or forklifts (with certification). • Safely use ladders and step stools as required. • Perform other related duties as assigned by management or supervisory staff.
See More Details >>ABOUT Navy ships are constantly crossing the ocean, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles to the shores of every continent on Earth. As a Machinist’s Mate, you help ensure your ship arrives safely by maintaining the propulsion and auxiliary systems that get the crew in place for the mission. Your experience will include work across every inch of the ship, so whether you’re repairing a steam turbine or adjusting an aircraft elevator, you can expect to gain thorough working knowledge of all things mechanical on ships like cruisers and destroyers. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Machinist’s Mates (MM) are responsible for operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment and outside machinery. Specifically, your job responsibilities as an MM may include: • Aligning piping systems for oil, water, air and steam • Operating ship boilers and steam turbines used for ship propulsion • Operating turbo generators used to produce electrical power • Cleaning, adjusting, testing and maintaining boilers, engines, generators • Maintaining auxiliary machinery including steering engines, elevators, winches, pumps and valves • Operating and maintaining water desalination plants • Maintaining refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems and galley equipment • Repairing valves, pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, steam turbines and hydraulic and pneumatic devices • Creating and analyzing machinery operating reports and records PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>We are looking for a dynamic Sr. Machine & Tooling Design Engineer to join our team! Who we are: Brazeway is the world’s largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a top global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components of the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air conditioning industries. What we provide: A strong, collaborative team culture. A safe and progressive work environment. What drives us: The philosophy that our people are our most important asset. We believe that hiring great people and giving them the opportunity and freedom to be creative, will make great things happen. Our best designs and most impactful innovations are developed in an environment where no idea is too far-fetched, no effort is wasted, and no vision is too far off. The outcome from this approach has propelled us to the forefront of ingenuity for all the sectors we serve. Where we are located: This position could work from either Shelbyville, IN, or Adrian, MI. Our facility in Shelbyville, Indiana, is in a great location for commuters and residents of the Indianapolis area. Within a 30-45-minute commute are opportunities to live in the heart of a vibrant city or live in a suburb with all the amenities. Our Corporate Headquarters is in Adrian, Michigan. This area is a great location for commuters and residents of both Ohio and Michigan, providing housing options to fit any lifestyle. Within a 45-minute commute are opportunities to live on a lake, live in the heart of a vibrant city, or live in a suburb with all the amenities. We also have manufacturing facilities located in Hopkinsville, Kentucky and Monterrey, Mexico. What the position entails: This position applies appropriate engineering and manufacturing technology to design, develop, cost, build, install and implement prototype and production equipment and tooling, as well as stepped improvements in new and existing processes in the areas of quality, productivity, competitiveness, and lean initiatives across the company. The engineer serves as an Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (SME) to the entire organization including the Model Shop, Controls, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams across four facilities and fills the role of project leader and/or SME on major plant expenditures and new tooling/equipment programs and/or continuous improvement activities, along with developing manufacturing technical competencies. Major Responsibilities: • Provide technical (SME) support, throughout the Brazeway organization and affiliates. • Conceive, design and/or manage the design of new machines and tooling. • Conceive, design, develop, purchase, qualify, and install manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gauges to facilitate production requirements, while incorporating the tools of Lean, Six Sigma and meeting Safety and Ergonomic expectations. • Develop technical resources across all facilities. • Develop strong relations with key equipment suppliers. • Qualify and validate new manufacturing equipment and tooling to ensure that they are safe, efficient, and meet all local, state and federal requirements. This includes the work environment and any associated ergonomic or other human factors. • Apply engineering principles and analyses to develop, design and/or make incremental and breakthrough manufacturing process improvements. • Ensure that new manufacturing processes meet customer product, delivery, and cost requirements. • Participate as a key APQP team member in: Design, analysis, budget, prototypes and samples, purchase and/or build equipment, training, implementation, and improvements. • Analyze and resolve complex manufacturing problems, utilizing knowledge of equipment and tooling design along with process capability, materials, fabrication processes, assembly methods, and quality management tools. • Actively support and manage within Brazeway’s mission, vision, Code of Conduct, and Process Based Leadership guidelines. • Actively supports our 5S + Safety programs. • Able and willing to travel internationally and/or domestically, up to 30-50% What a candidate must have to be qualified for the role: • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering • 5 years minimum machine design experience • 2 years’ experience with products related to refrigeration, extrusion, HVAC, or tubing preferred • Proven project management experience • Lean and/or Six Sigma experience required • Strong commitment to a team environment • Bilingual (Spanish) a plus At Brazeway, it’s about more than what we get done – it’s about how we do it. Throughout the organization, we pride ourselves in delivering work based on our Core Values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate. Beyond engaging and rewarding work, we offer a total rewards package including: Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits such as recognition programs, gym memberships, and wellness perks.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Adrian, MI, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeships that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, provide essential skills in CNC machine operation, blueprint reading, and material properties. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Adrian, MI, machinists can earn an average of $1,586 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, all of which are crucial for career advancement in this dynamic and vital industry.
