Coldheader/Threadroller Machinist

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for daily and regularly scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on complex mechanical production equipment, and assisting with production by ensuring machines operate correctly.

REPORTING TO

Production Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical machinery, including changing oil and topping off oil on designated machines.
• Drain and scrap trim rings.
• Maintain wire for each machine (bring in spare wire as needed).
• Maintain West Pharm headers (ball blows, die changes, 3rd punch changes, dimensionally maintaining parts, checking parts morning afternoon and evening before leaving for the day and setting counter).
• Operate mechanical machinery (cold heading machines) for production purposes, as needed.
• Follows standard procedures to monitor equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness.
• Performs equipment failure analysis to complete preventive and unscheduled maintenance.
• Complete installations and troubleshooting on production machinery.
• Determine and order parts required for replacement.
• Communicate timeline of maintenance and repairs to Production Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Logs equipment modifications and maintenance details in the designated system.
• Follows all safety procedures.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Mechanically inclined.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or machine specs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Good communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, works well with others.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma required. Technical/Trade School in mechanics, preferred.
• 1-2 years of machine mechanics experience.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing (machine shop) environment, specifically in precision metal components.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to stand for long periods of time. Ability to perform without reasonable accommodation: walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting a minimum 55 lbs. or more. Must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include: heat, cold, dust, strong odors, and loud noises with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

EEOC Statement:

MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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