Mill Assistant Lead

Mill Assistant Lead

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Mill Assistant Lead to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.

McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Discretionary, annual profit sharing.

Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.

On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.

A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.

Responsibility:

To back up the Mill Department Lead and serve in their position if need be. To assist LDM Lead in keeping the CNC Mill Department operating in an efficient and productive manner.

Job Duties:

• Make sure all mill programs and setup information is available when needed. Be proactive in preparing set ups for operators when possible.
• Notify First Shift Lead or Supervisor of repair needs for all mills.
• Assist in resolving problems, delays and difficulties.
• Help maintain updated list of tooling and set up requirements for mills.
• Serve as a material handler for the Mill & Coin Departments, moving any gondolas/stands/parts that need to be moved.
• Assist Lead with PM work and mill indications as needed.
• Maintain all coolants, oils, and fluid needs on all of the mills.
• Remove and dump any and all chip hoppers and bins in the department.
• Assist with setups in the department with the goal to reduce setup time and keep the machines running.
• Responsible for cleaning, organizing, and maintaining the department tooling and gaging. Includes communicating missing or needed tooling with Lead and Tool Room to ensure complete tooling sets are ready for the department.
• Responsible for facilitating help from Tool Room, Maintenance, Leads, Supervisors etc. so that the machines are back up and running in a timely fashion.
• Perform daily documented buddy checks on all running mills.
• Perform First piece sign offs as needed.
• Help and assist Lead in training new mill operators per Department Training Program to ensure:
• Proper start up and shut down procedures.
• Operator adherence to preventive maintenance responsibilities regarding machines, fixtures, tools, gages, mill cutters, and work area.
• Ensure all parts produced are regularly inspected for quality by operators as outlined by the LDM Mill Department Quality Policy. (LDM-33)
• Run a mill from time to time when needed.

Education &/ or Experience:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to two (1-2) years' experience as LDM Mill Operator.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Position requires individual to be capable of traveling & working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level is usually moderate.

If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

3rd Shift, 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM, Sunday – Thursday 40 hours/ weekly