Machinist

MachinistWe are BEKUM America Corporation, the world's leading designer and builder of extrusion blow molding machines. We are proud of our legacy, our accomplishments and our worldwide reputation for excellence and innovation. We recognize that our employees are key to our success and we believe in mentoring, tutoring and further developing our employees. We know PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE!Job DescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Maintain compliance with OSHA, MIOSHA, and Company safety standards.Plan and execute machining tasks by studying work orders, blueprints, and specifications; interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).Configure and operate CNC machines, mills, and lathes by entering instructions, setting parameters, and verifying settings.Maintain quality standards by observing operations, taking measurements, troubleshooting processes, and adhering to quality assurance procedures.Meet production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality.Perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping to ensure good quality and safe operation.Collaborate with supervisors, engineering, and production personnel to resolve manufacturing problems and report material shortages.Operate power equipment and material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.).Use personal hand tools and work with both metric and inch systems.Submit daily time accounting, payroll information, and other required paperwork.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Journeyman, Machinist, or Tool and Die maker certification, or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum of 8 years of relevant experience in machiningProficiency in operating CNC equipment, including boring millAbility to produce machined parts, including prototype equipment, with minimal supervisionExpertise in manufacturing three-dimensional holding and punch tooling, mold modification or repair, and special tooling for blow molding processStrong leadership and coordination skillsAbility to work with both metric and inch systemsKnowledge of OSHA and MIOSHA safety standardsAdditional InformationBekum America Corporation offers a total compensation package that emphasizes the health and wellbeing of our diverse workforce, and encourages work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits suite aligns with our belief that people are at the center of our success and should be valued as such.Bekum America offers full medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, tuition assistance, paid holidays, competitive vacation package, 401 (K) with company match and profit sharing, increases tied to performance, and a path for continued training and development.Bekum America Corporation reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.Your contact person for this position: Amber Stein, HR Manager, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io