Journeyman Machinist (Night Shift)

• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Set controls to regulate machining and enter command to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media.
• Perform all aspects of programming: set controls to regulate machining, and enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Perform precision machine operations using basic and specialized tools.
• Responsible for inventory of tools, placing orders and ensuring work area has sufficient stock to perform duties.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.
• Measure, examine and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Responsible for ensuring quality as well as performing checks on machined pieces to ensure they are properly lubricated and cooled.
• Clean and maintain machines, tools and equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products.
• Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency.
• Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions for such purposes as development, standardization, and feasibility of design.
• Assist Lead Hands with training and mentoring other employees.
• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
• Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.

• Strong critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning to identify alternatives and reach conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their design, use, repair and maintenance.
• Basic ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
• Adheres to Powell's set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a “can-do” attitude by collaborating with others to solve problems and drive results.
• Approaches work consistently and utilize methods to complete and monitor tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes and product changes.
• Effectively diagnoses problems and influences proper action to resolve them.
• Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

• Minimum education level of a High School diploma is required.
• Valid Journeyman Machinist Ticket or Red Seal certification.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience, working as Journeyman in fabrication.
• Familiarity with MES (Manufacturing and Execution System).
• Safety certifications are an asset for the position.
• Experience with machining different materials such as stainless steel and copper.
• Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position successful candidates will undergo pre-employment substance abuse and medical testing upon hire.

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses and respirators) when required.
• Must be able to work from all types of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, and all-size extension ladders).
• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.
• Working around loud machinery.

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Must be able to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools such as tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

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