Entering the machining trade in Elizabethtown, KY, often begins with specialized training, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to develop essential skills while gaining industry insights. This training typically spans several years, requiring extensive hands-on practice under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Elizabethtown, KY, machinists can expect to earn around $693.50 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $80,640 annually. Vocational training programs, apprenticeships, and technical schools provide aspiring machinists with the necessary skills and training to embark on a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
Area of Accountability: This position is accountable for the operation of primary and support equipment on a production line in a manufacturing environment operating under quality standards for the safe daily operation of and the routine maintenance and upkeep of assigned equipment and work areas, and for producing parts that meet pre-determined quality standards within assigned time parameters. Major Responsibilities: • Operates forging presses, machining centers, and support equipment • Perform inspection on product utilizing total quality concepts • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as needed • Accurately report daily activities and production data as directed • Manage Kanban cards and other media as required • Conduct required quality checks using basic measurement equipment • Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards • Exercise safe working habits while operating machines • Perform other duties as assigned by the Area Leader/Coordinator • Interact with technical support personnel and support downtime activities Other Responsibilities: • Maintain press dies • Develop knowledge of work instructions, FPS, HTES, inspection instructions and other documentation as required • Follow proper material tagging procedures • Participate in continuous improvement programs such as SMED, Kaizen, 5S and other programs as directed • Positively identify that the part matches the blueprint • Measure part to ensure part is within tolerance • Maintain proper use of hand tools such as impact guns, de bur guns, etc. • Perform routine TPM Experience With: • Forging • Presses • CNC • Machining • Lathes • Milling Machines • Schuler • EMAG • Fanuc Qualifications: • High School diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited school • Must pass drug and alcohol screen and remain drug free throughout the term of employment • Must be able to pass job fitness evaluation – physical fitness test • National Career Readiness Certification preferred • Previous forging or machining experience in a manufacturing environment preferred • Must be able to read and write legibly • Ability to function as an effective team member • Ability to follow operation procedures and assess problems and recommend solutions to resolve problems • Able to read and understand blueprints and geometric tolerances • Ability to perform quality checks using calibrated digital micrometers, Vernier calipers and go/no go gauges to ensure product is within tolerance • Must be able to meet production standards and follow instructions • Mechanical aptitude with a demonstrated ability to work in a production environment is preferred • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide whole numbers as well as fractions • Ability to read a tape measure • Minor computer skills requiring data entry into pre-existing forms and spreadsheets • Training and evaluation to obtain a license to operate a fork truck Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Additional Information • Requisition ID: 2500004Z
See More Details >>About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to work with us in a manufacturing plant environment where you will be responsible for performing various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in creating tools and repairing machinery, tooling, and fixtures.
See More Details >>At Five Star Breaktime Solutions, our service technicians perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and preparation of vending machines for installation. Service technicians need to have a general mechanical/electrical aptitude, excellent diagnosis/troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in a safe mannerism. Perks: • Paid Vacation after 6 Months • Seven Paid Holiday Days • Competitive Starting Rate • Ability to Earn Quarterly Bonuses • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance • 401(k) Matching Program • Bi-Weekly Pay Service Technician responsibilities include: • Perform complex and routine maintenance & cleaning on equipment at customer locations • Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions • Dismantles vending machines and equipment to gain access to the problem area • Maintains proper inventory of machine parts on maintenance truck and warehouse • When not on service calls be prepared to perform other duties as assigned by manager • Maintain a clean and safe work environment; performs job safely and engages in job duties to ensure the safety of the company-owned vehicle • Establishes a good rapport with service location employees to ensure customer satisfaction through verbal communication and providing good service Preferred qualifications: • Experience working with refrigeration systems • Prior experience working with machines and electrical maintenance with the purpose of repair/installs Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school degree preferred • Must be able to lift 50lbs+; on a repetitive basis and have the ability to reach, bend, stoop on a frequent basis. Frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds • Service Technicians are required to be at least 21 years old (DOT) and have a valid driver's license. • Must be able to consent to an initial drug screen. • Must be able to consent to a pre-employment background check. • Must be able to consent to and have the ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical card. • Ability to drive a company box truck vehicle or other assigned company vehicles • Ability to work in all weather conditions (ex. heat, cold, rain, and/or snow) Benefits: • Full-Time Employee Benefits Package Includes: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Short & Long Term Disability, 401(k), paid vacations and holidays • Help us generate 500,000 meals for hungry kids each year via our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc. About Five Star Breaktime Solutions: Join one of the nation’s largest on-site food and beverage service providers proudly offering custom solutions to our clients including micro markets, full-line vending, coffee service, pantry service, sustainable products, water (filtered and bottled) service, catering, and corporate food service. Notice: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EEO/Federal Contractor/Veteran Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • On call • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
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