Position Summary Operates two or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches, and route sheets. Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Works with general guidance in a team environment. Responsibilities 1. Sets up and runs production machines. Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts, where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre‐planned and established. Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper functioning or cutting action for correction. 2. Performs operations such as tapping, spot‐facing, chamfering, countersinking, and counterboring to close tolerances. 3. Aligns and fastens parts using standard fixtures and established methods. 4. Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation. 5. Removes burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, or other irregularities from machined parts. Burring operations involve general production parts ranging from the simplest to the more complex. 6. Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments, gages, and comparators. Uses various types of magnification equipment to detect and avoid damage to surfaces and critical areas. Visually inspects parts for burrs and damaged machined surfaces. 7. Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements. 8. Accurately and regularly performs all statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements. 9. Actively participates in lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Applies lean concepts and tools in work area. 10. Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area. 11. Performs other related responsibilities, as requested. Qualifications 1. Two years related machining experience. High school diploma or general educational development (GED) certificate is required. Machine Tool certification/diploma preferred. 2. Able to read and follow blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions. 3. Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry. 4. Effectively applies lean initiatives. 5. Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment. 6. Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications. Able to use employee self‐service systems to access on‐line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e., PMR, TORS, e‐mail). 7. Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‐development activities. TYPICAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. The team member is required to demonstrate manual dexterity and use hands to operate machinery. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the team member is regular attendance, and the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. (The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by team members assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified team members can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.) Conditions of Employment This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders]. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status Required. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf
See More Details >>Our company culture is built upon YKK's philosophy called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS. We believe that providing value and being fair to our customers and our employees is what makes us a successful company in return. Guided by our core values and fundamental behaviors, we strive to foster a caring company, committed employees and challenging work that benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work. By providing a high level of benefit coverage at a reasonable cost to the employee, we hope to foster a long and productive employment relationship. Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities • Basic communication skills, written and verbal • Performing basic and fractional mathematics • Understanding decimal and fractional measurements • Operate manual machines within the Die Manufacturing process Additional skills within 12 months of employment: • Identify common extrusions and their applications • Perform duties of heat treating and nitriding • Perform duties of deburring and finishing dies • Perform duties of rework for die correction • Properly extract inventory for production and perform routine inventory transactions NOTE - All job skills must be maintained and cross training needs to remain consistent during employment. Qualifications and Skill Requirement • High school diploma or GED • Machine Tool Technology or similar program or at least 5 years of die making or machinist experience within a production or manufacturing environment • Must have good communication and organizational skills. • Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and techniques. • Good working knowledge of Excel and Word Software • Forklift and material handling experience • Must have good communication and organizational skills • Be vigilant about safety • Quality - conscious, oriented to excellence Pay: $19.32-23.83 (based on relevant experience) About the Company Our company culture is built upon YKK's philosophy called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS. We believe that providing value and being fair to our customers and our employees are what makes us a successful company in return. Guided by our core values and fundamental behaviors, we strive to foster a caring company, committed employees and challenging work that benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work. By providing a high level of benefit coverage at reasonable cost to the employee, we hope to foster a long and productive employment relationship. Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled Recruiter Contact: CHRIS WOOD CHRISTINEWOOD@YKKAP.COM YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce. YKK AP America Inc. will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window). YKK AP America Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can follow the process outlined below when applying for a position: Provide your name and contact information to YKK AP's Accommodations team at accommodationrequest@ykkap.com. Your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is conditioned upon successfully completing a negative drug test for the presence of illegal drugs. Notice on Recruitment Fraud At YKK AP America Inc., we do not ask for personal financial information during telephone, in-person or video interviews nor do we charge job seekers fees as part of the recruitment process. YKK AP's recruiting correspondence will be sent by a recruiting representative with @ykkap.com email address - not @gmail.com, @yahoo.com, @hotmail.com or any other email domain service. If you have concerns related to this issue, consider the following actions: 1) Place a freeze on your credit reports: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0497-credit-freeze-faqs; 2) file a complaint with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission: https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/; and/or 3) file a report with your local law enforcement agency immediately.
See More Details >>Operates two or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches, and route sheets. Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Works with general guidance in a team environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Sets up and runs production machines. Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts, where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre?planned and established. Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper functioning or cutting action for correction. 2. Performs operations such as tapping, spot-facing, chamfering, countersinking, and counterboring to close tolerances. 3. Aligns and fastens parts using standard fixtures and established methods. 4. Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation. 5. Removes burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, or other irregularities from machined parts. Burring operations involve general production parts ranging from the simplest to the more complex. 6. Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments, gauges, and compacators. Uses various types of magnification equipment to detect and avoid damage to surfaces and critical areas. Visually inspects parts for burrs and damaged machined surfaces. 7. Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements. 8. Accurately and regularly performs all statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements. 9. Actively participates in lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Applies lean concepts and tools in work area. 10. Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area. 11. Performs other related responsibilities, as requested. Job Requirements: 1. Two years related machining experience. 2. Able to read and follow blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions. 3. Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry. 4. Effectively applies lean initiatives. 5. Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment. 6. Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications. Able to use employee self?service systems to access online information and use specialized automated systems (i.e., PMR, TORS, e?mail). 7. Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self?development activities.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Dublin, GA, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Dublin, GA, machinists earn an average of $940 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $42,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like Gild facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
