Machine Operator

Burnham Commercial is a leading manufacturer and marketer of high-quality boilers and control systems for commercial and industrial applications. Our history of quality, reliability and value make Burnham Commercial the leader in commercial heating equipment. While there are many imitators, there’s only one Burnham Commercial.

We are looking for a Machine Operator to join our team! This is a full-time, union-hourly position located in Lancaster, PA. Hours are Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm (over time as needed) Saturday hours 6:00am-12:00pm. Training pay is $21.44 per hour. After training, employees will earn incentive pay rate based on performance.  

This position will operate various manual and CNC production equipment as required to machine various castings, fabrications, subassemblies, and other materials. The ideal candidate will be able to read blueprints and measuring tools. 

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Basic interpretation of drawings and dimensional tolerances
• Basic machine shop practices
• Proficient in the operation of various manual and CNC machining equipment as required by Supervision. Pieces of equipment include but not limited to radial arm drill presses, CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers, disc grinders, specialty and generic bore mills and various hand tools
• Proficient in the use of all measuring equipment associated with maintaining accuracy required to machine previously mentioned boiler parts to specification
• Ability to set up and make simple adjustments to various pieces of equipment
• Understands various documentation as required to maintain accurate inventories, work in process and machined inventories
• Performs related work as directed, commensurate with this or lesser rated labor grades

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read blueprints and/or diagrams a plus
• Experience with measuring tools 

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and climb or balance.   The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

Work Environment: 

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

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the 1st of the next month from your date of hire
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) plan
• Weekly pay
• 12 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• 75% tuition reimbursement after 6 months