Machine Shop Tech I

Company: IPS Group, Inc. is a design, engineering and manufacturing company focused on low power wireless telecommunications and parking technologies. IPS manufactures its products locally and has been delivering world-class solutions to the telecommunications and parking industries for over 22 years. The company is best known for their patented credit card enabled, solar powered single-space parking meter and web-based management system.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a reliable, hard-working production worker for our expanding operation. In this role, you will be a valuable part of our production team, ensuring our production quotas are met in a timely fashion while observing the highest standards of safety and quality. You will need to be reliable and punctual, able to perform physical tasks that are repetitive, and lift to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

The Machine Shop Tech I will be responsible for performing various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines. The Machine Shop Tech I will also be responsible for inspecting parts to specifications and adjusting, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.

Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work on the production line with consistent speed and accuracy
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently
• Make every effort to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising quality
• Operate machinery correctly and maintain it with care
• Report any machinery issues to management
• Work cooperatively with the production team to meet quotas and goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management
• Follow all written and verbal instructions
• Attend all safety and production trainings
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
• Able to work overtime as needed, including nights and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
• Operate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Housekeeping and sanitation

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years’ experience working in industrial production is strongly preferred
• Must be available for occasional nights and weekends and overtime
• Capable of reading and understanding production documents and safety manuals
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to comply with all safety guidelines at all times
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, and reaching
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Able to stand for 8 hours with breaks
• Reliable and punctual
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Work under immediate supervision.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
• Experience as a Machine Operator
• Knowledge of Production Procedures
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Physical Stamina and Strength
• Handle Heavy Equipment
• Work Independently
• Multitask

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

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

The position is in the factory and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting and manipulating materials for long periods of time throughout the day. The environment is clean and typically free from dust and hazardous materials. This indoor environment is temperature controlled.

Note:  The above statements are not intended to an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this classification. Nothing in the job description restricts IPS Group, Inc. from the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time for any reason. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment as this is an “AT-Will employer. 

It is the policy of IPS Group, Inc. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Salary Range - $16.30 - $20.00/hr.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer– M/F/D/V.

Salary : $16 - $20