What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist position at Rumpke?
Machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines including lathe, vertical mill, drill press, hydraulic press, saws and a variety of cutting tools and equipment, with the ability to produce quality precision components in a timely manner.
Responsibilities of Position:
- Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
- Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements, including micrometers, dial gages, and threading wires.
- Uses precision tools, machinery, and equipment such as lathe, vertical milling, machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw, band saw, and various cutting tools and equipment.
- Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures, and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment while maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
- Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
- Ability to operate the following machines: Engine Lathe, Vertical Mill, Horizontal Mill, Drill Press, Band Saw.
- Ability to use the following machining tools: Micrometers - ID and OD. Calipers - Digital, Dial and Vermer. Thread Measuring Wires to Thread Diameter. Threads Pitch Gage.
- Ability to use Machinist Handbook to determine proper thread sizes.
- Ability to measure existing parts to machine new.
- Ability to perform own machining set-ups using blocks, jigs, fixtures, etc.
- Ability to select appropriate tooling to complete machining duties.
- Ability to machine new threads and chase existing threads.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
- Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
- Must be able to read and speak the English language.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
