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Davenport Setup Operator

Driv-Lok
Sycamore, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1940, Driv-Lok is a world leader and preferred manufacturer of fastening and joining component solutions.

  • DRIV-LOK
  • helps engineers, product designers and assembly managers achieve up to 50% lower assembly costs. DRIV-LOK applies a proven methodology for identifying fastening solutions that reduce costs, promote safety and efficiency, and enhance product performance.

We are currently expanding to bring more innovation and high-performance solutions to our growing customer base.Join our collaborative, forward-looking team and help us build on our current success, find new and creative ways to solve problems, bring value to our customers, and be part of helping us achieve our goal as a leader in the metal manufacturing.

PURPOSE :

Set up, operate and maintain the Davenport machines to produce manufactured product that meets the quality requirements POSITION EXPECTATIONS AND JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Understands the proper use of various precision measuring instruments.

Understands how to document and move materials to the next operation.

Must be able to read and understand the print requirements for the Davenports.

Can demonstrate knowledge and use of computerized SPC system with entering data according to procedures.

Understands all record keeping responsibilities, such as first piece inspection approval, lot splits and job card / scanner input.

Responsible for the daily lubrication, cleaning out machines and chip removal for assigned machines.

Select proper tooling to perform specific jobs assigned.

Must know how to sharpen tools, trouble shoot machines, set speeds and feeds for proper materials and do minor repairs as needed.

The skill and ability to set up and operate multiple machines in the department working with minimal supervision.

Maintain and provide additional training as necessary.

Ability to interpret dispatch, determine load and work with PC in load distribution.

Does problem solving and ability to work with supervisor, engineering, maintenance and various other departments.

Ability to utilize standard machining handbooks along with machine manufacturer’s speed / feed recommendations and tables.

Work with Engineering and R&D departments to assist in the development of prototype parts, implementation of new tooling and development of machining processes.

Maintain good housekeeping in assigned area.

Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or his / her designee.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Read, write and simple shop mathematics, and / or charts. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Typically have the equivalent of 1 to 3 years’ related experience.

LANGUAGE ABILITY :

Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, process sheets, documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Have good communication skills.

MATH ABILITY :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to work with close tolerances.

  • REASONING ABILITY :
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be flexible in work assignments and be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate respect and courtesy to all internal and external customers.

  • COMPUTER SKILLS :
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Manufacturing software and Database software.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT :

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.

    The employee will be working with Davenport machines, precision measuring instruments; hand and fork lift trucks, scoops, weight scales, and hoist and copy machine.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

  • JOB AND BENEFITS SUMMARY
  • BENEFITS

    Financial :

    401(k) and 401(k) matching

    Employee assistance program

    Flexible spending account

    Referral program

    Healthcare : Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Health savings account

    Life insurance

    Vision insurance

    Employee Well-Being and Development :

    Paid time off

    Professional development assistance

    Tuition reimbursement

    ID : 8SR6Ct

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