Machining AssociateThis position has general responsibility for production related operations to manufacture drive shafts and components. Work may include the use of hand tools, gauges, fixtures, and CNC machinery. Typical operations would include loading and unloading of materials from machines, starting and stopping machine operation, tool change, light assembly such as attaching mechanical parts, bolts or nuts, using defined methods.Essential Functions:Machine operation in auto and manual cycles per the certification and/or work instructionsManual loading and unloading of production machines and part containersUse of various gauges to measure product characteristicsFollows established standard operating procedures per the certifications and/or work instructionsCollects, records, and analyzes part quality data as requiredComplies with QS 9000 / IATF 16949 requirementsMeets production schedules and targets as defined by the production plan, Supervisor or Line ManagerAssists in machine set-up and conformance to specificationsAcquire training and certification per the Production Coordinator, Supervisor, or Line ManagerTrains, monitors, and assists temps or new hires per the Production Coordinator or Supervisor to acquire certifications and trainingAll employees are responsible for having an awareness and understanding of IFA North Americas commitment to ISO Follows defined safety and housekeeping policiesEducation:High School diploma or general education degree (GED)Experience:CNC Machining experienceRelated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceSpecific Skills:Understanding of tolerances limitsBasic understanding of industrial machines and gaugesFamiliar with lean production conceptsKnowledge of metric measurement systemsKnowledge of basic mathematics skills including addition, subtractions, multiplication, and divisionAbility to perform repetitive operationsAbility to read and write EnglishAbility to read and understand component drawingsPhysical Requirements:Must be able to walk/move about a 400,000 sq ft manufacturing facilityMust be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 90% of the timeMust be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 70% of the timeMust be able to lift up to 30lbs on a frequent basis: 40% of the timeMust be able to lift over 30lbs on an infrequent basis: 15% of the timeMust be able to sit at a work station: 0% of the timeMust be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the timeVision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc.Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferencesMust be able to work with oils/solvents/cleanersMust be able to work any shift as required including overtime as neededAAP/EEO Statement IFA North America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, IFA North America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.