Maintenance Machinist (1st Shift)

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Villa Rica Plant

Shift: 1st Shift (M-F 6:50a-3p)

Pay Rate: $36.77 – $38.88

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
As a Maintenance Machinist, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of machining & part fabrication with focus on reliability. The Maintenance Machinist will be expected to fabricate, repair and/or modify complicated machinable parts and assemblies. The Maintenance Machinist may also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
Have a thorough knowledge of maintenance procedures and operating standards.
Know the location of all safety equipment, tools, and emergency equipment in assigned area.
Attend and satisfactorily complete training courses as prescribed by management.
Maintain a safe and clean working area.
Report any unsafe or potentially damaging conditions, immediately, to supervisor.
Perform all other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Thorough knowledge of and ability to correctly use machine tools such as lathes & milling machines.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to correctly use precision measuring instruments.
Thorough knowledge of shop math.
Ability to select correct machine tools, correct machine settings and materials to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to read and interpret complicated blueprints.
Complete all forms such as maintenance work orders, inspection reports, PM checklists and stores requisitions.

QUALITY:
Maintain an attitude of learning to stay current with machining procedures and equipment.
Must successfully complete certification as Maintenance Machinist.

SAFETY:
Report all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions, immediately to the supervisor.
Must follow prescribed safety procedures to prevent injury and maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire plant

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Ability to meet the physical requirements of working safely in an industrial maintenance environment.
Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

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