Company Overview:

Schafer Industries is a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions. Established in 1934, Schafer Industries has locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH and Blacklick, OH. Schafer Industries is one of the few manufacturers of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market. Schafer serves customers in a variety of end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Our mission is to leverage world class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize the value for our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.

Position Summary:

Schafer Industries is currently seeking a 1st Shift CNC Surface Grinding Machinist for its Schafer Gear Works operation in Roscoe Illinois. $1000 sign on bonus. 401K match. Air conditioned / heated manufacturing facility. Paid training.

Pay Range: $20 - $25 per hour

Why Work at Schafer Industries?

We are a growth-oriented company with a diversified customer base.
We are committed to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
You will enjoy a collaborative work environment where your talents and opinions matter.
We provide training as well as opportunities to work on projects in support of your career development.
You will quickly see your impact when working with the team.
We have competitive pay and benefits to include 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.
We live our values of Safety, Integrity, Responsibility to Others, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement and Accountability in all that we do.

Job Summary

Set-up and troubleshoot Manual or CNC internal and/or external grinders to grind surfaces of exacting dimensional and finish requirements using measuring instruments such as micrometers, comparators, dial indicators, and gauge blocks. Edit and develop programs and/or manually program at the machine control to Dress wheels to obtain desired part form and finish while meeting quality and productivity standards. Participate with Engineering Department on launch of new products and major process changes.

Essential Functions:

1. Shop floor support

Troubleshooting daily with production supervisor, setup people, operators, and manufacturing engineer to assure machines running smooth with capable processes.
Ensures correct fixtures, grinding wheels, quills and gauges are setup correctly and properly used.
Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as feed, speed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut, etc.
Works with production supervisor and production manager to assure line items are shipped on-time and prioritize late line items.
Works with manufacturing engineering on new products to assure process is setup to meet throughput and scrap targets then document and provide information used to generate accurate setup sheets, tools lists, and process routers.
Works with maintenance department to minimize down time with a priority on bottleneck machines.
Provides input to production and manufacturing engineering pertaining to any equipment that needs to be replaced or new capacity to be acquired.
Works with OEM for training on new equipment purchase and maintenance of existing equipment
Analyze quality problems to find root cause and put corrective actions in place
Continuous improvement of existing products.

Ensures all parts are to the required specifications by:

Maintaining and continuously improving the quality of parts produced.
Reading blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Verifying conformance of finished work piece specifications.
Complying with all work instructions.
Following and maintaining ISO and Schafer procedures.
Completing Schafer’s quality certification requirements for assigned area.

Ensure the operational effectiveness of all assigned equipment by:

Conducting all assigned and necessary preventative maintenance procedures.
Starting and observing machine operations to detect malfunctions or out of –tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Installing tooling into machines and equipment and testing operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
Conferring with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining problems.

Responsible for supporting the Schafer Business Process by:

Maintaining productivity of assigned machines.
Continuously identify opportunities for improvement and implement using appropriate methods and working closely with production, quality, and engineering departments.
Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining.
Continuously find methods to improve tool costs without sacrificing quality or productivity.
Reducing downtime of machines setups
Preparing tooling, fixtures, workpiece, gages, etc. for jobs located in que at assigned machines.
Maintaining the 6S program in assigned area.

Contributes to the overall effectiveness of the company by:

Channeling problems and/or complaints to appropriate person for resolution.
Supporting all Schafer policies and procedures.
Reporting to Supervisor when assignments cannot be completed.
Providing input and assistance with the implementation of quality improvements.
Resolving problems.
Performing other job-related duties as required.
Helping evaluate job applicant’s knowledge for the cell prior to Schafer hiring.
Passing along vital information for subsequent shifts.
Training new personnel in the operation of assigned machines.
Assisting and/or training in other areas as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Requires physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position, including the ability to walk, stand, lift, carry up to 50 pounds, push, kneel, bend, stoop, reach over and under waist level, twist for extended periods of time on cement or other hard surfaces, etc.
Demonstrates the verbal and written communication skills necessary to complete forms and take messages in a legible, accurate manner.
Two-year certification from technical school or two plus years of experience in Surface Grinding or related field preferred.
Must be able to communicate in English.
Ability to use a computer

Working Conditions:

Air conditioned/heated manufacturing facility with possible exposure to noise; dust; fumes; physical, chemical, and biohazards; solvents, oils, and detergents.
This job is to be performed at the designated facility 100% of the time unless directed otherwise by manager/supervisor.

I understand that this job description has been approved by my supervisor, and I accept the duties and responsibilities described herein. I also understand that I may be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary by my Manager or Supervisor.

Schafer Industries is an EEO/AAP Employer:

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity. This means that we make employment decisions on the basis of job-related qualifications, skills and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

As a federal subcontractor, we also are required to take affirmative action, or proactive measures, to prevent discrimination.

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CNC Surface Grind Machinist