Company Profile Lennox (NYSE: LII) is an industry leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions founded over a century ago on the principles of integrity and innovation. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable, healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our cooling, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems. Heatcraft Refrigeration is a long-standing leader in the world of commercial refrigeration, providing climate-control solutions. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the cities of Stone Mountain and Tifton, Georgia, produce evaporators, condensers, compressor racks, and other top-quality refrigeration products for their six market-leading brands: Bohn, Larkin, Climate Control, Chandler, Magna Industrial and InterLink. Heatcraft products are primarily used to preserve food and other perishables in supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, warehouses and distribution centers, in addition to other applications such as data centers, pharmaceutical and industrial process cooling. Job Description Location: Tifton, GA - 100% Onsite As the Tool & Die Machinist III, you'll design, build and repair a variety of tools, jigs, fixtures, welding, brazing and assembly fixtures. • Responsible for setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. • Tasks include fabricating, modifying, or repairing mechanical instruments and industrial machines. • Also be responsible for ensuring equipment is maintained and in good working condition, adhering to safety standards and protocols, and collaborating with team members to achieve production goals. • Analyze specifications, lays-out metal stock, sets up and operates a wide variety of exact tolerance machine tools. • Fit and assemble parts to fabricate and repair metal working dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. • Modify dies to conform to engineering changes. • Troubleshoot equipment and makes complex repairs. • Provide assistance and guidance to apprentices and lower level employees. Qualifications WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR In order to be successful in this role, you will need to have the following: • Requires a high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • A two year degree or equivalent is preferred. • Requires 3-5 years related experience. • Proficiency in setting up and operating machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders. • Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics. • Knowledge of precision measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges. • Skills in troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on machinery. • Able to efficiently and accurately set-up and operate to exacting tolerance, manual or CNC machine tools. • Able to diagnose complex progressive, forming and stamping dies. • Requires strong mathematical and analytical abilities. • Strong attention to detail and quality control. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Understanding of safety protocols and standards. • Must be able to move at least 50 pounds. WE VALUE DIVERSITY Here at Heatcraft, we believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to build workplaces that reflect the communities where we live and work, support the growth and development of each team member as they strive to reach their full potential, and empower them to be their authentic selves. Lennox/Heatcraft is an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>Job Title: Machine Operator 1 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Operations Reports to: Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. This position can operate Loram’s on track MOW equipment and/or on track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. In this role you may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms dependent on business needs and demands. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Safety Focused • Ability to lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks. • Consistently follows safe work processes, procedures and rules • Understands on track safety and can explain specifics when asked • Able to locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge • Conducts machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards and communicates conditions to the operator or supervisor and performs common repairs as instructed. Provides accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions • Accurately records and reports common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock • Performs maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies • Accurately describes gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation • Demonstrates the ability to document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: • Safety Awareness • Values Based • Learning on the Fly • Action Oriented • Listening • Personal Learning REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Internal: 3+ Months Experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; Some assignments require Excavator experience. Meet all relevant or applicable pre-qualifications as noted in the general description for this role and Loram’s career development matrix. External: 2+ Years Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations. 2+ Years Demonstrated ability to learn communicate verbally and in writing and learn best practices Licenses/Certifications: Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation. • Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning. • Excellent communication skills used within any social context. • Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell. • Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception. • Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment. BENEFITS: Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization. COMPENSATION: Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation. Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00 Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rev: May 2025
See More Details >>We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly®, we're here to make it a whole lot easier for you. We're seeking a Machine Operator - Blanching to work at a leading food processing facility in Tifton, GA. This opportunity could be the one you've been looking for! Pay Rate: $12/hr Shift: 7pm-7am M-F Why you should apply to be a Machine Operator - Blanching: • Join a company that prioritizes safety and follows Good Manufacturing Practices at all times. • Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and skill development. • Enjoy a collaborative workplace where you will coordinate with various teams to ensure product quality. • Benefit from a supportive team culture that values your contributions and promotes teamwork. What's a typical day as a Machine Operator - Blanching? You'll be: • Operating blanchers to create the best possible product while ensuring safety protocols are followed. • Maintaining product flow and making adjustments for optimal blanching. • Cleaning blanchers during and after loads, and coordinating with Sorter Operator and QC Lab to ensure paperwork is complete. This job might be an outstanding fit if you: • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and possess previous machine operator experience (preferred). • Are forklift certified and have a strong safety consciousness. • Can stand for extended periods, lift light and heavy objects, and work at elevated heights of more than 10 feet. What happens next Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more. Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work. Apply to be a Machine Operator - Blanching today! #GRACE Resume not required 9926527
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Tifton, GA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience and classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under skilled professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a growing demand for skilled professionals in the region. The average machinist wage in Tifton, GA, is around $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $40,000 annually. Vocational schools, technical colleges, and industry associations provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with substantial earning potential.
