Amsted Rail has an immediate opening for a 2nd shift Maintenance Shop Machinist with a CNC designation at its operation in Granite City, Illinois.
Amsted Rail is the world's leading provider of fully integrated bogie systems for the heavy haul freight market, with facilities spanning 40 locations across 10 countries and 6 continents. Through their state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, Amsted Rail is redefining industry standards for innovation and technology, providing customers worldwide with unmatched performance and reliability for the long haul.
This position is responsible for the set-up and operation of numeric control/CNC machines and machining centers for diversified production work while inspecting to assure that tolerances and specifications are maintained.
Set up machines for a variety of parts using engineering drawing
Run a variety of NC/CNC machines without assistance
Change machine tool as necessary
Inspect parts to required tolerances and specifications per in-process inspection and/or engineering drawing and/or visual requirements. Operator finishes parts to appropriate quality standards.
Utilization of hoist/overhead crane/forklift to position castings in workspace
Operation of hand/pneumatic tools
Perform routine maintenance to equipment
Perform minor assembly functions as required
Maintain acceptable levels of production
Report equipment and/or material problems
Make program changes
Operate a laser tracker
Work safely and maintain general cleanliness of area with use of broom, shovel, powered floor sweeper, vacuum
Record data/metrics as applicable via paper or computer- Accurately enter time and labor reporting daily
Document any defects properly
General laboring activities
Safety: Demonstrates awareness of safety requirements in assigned work areas and wears appropriate PPE for assigned work.
Quality: Machine and inspect completed machined castings to required dimensions with appropriate tolerances.
Training: Accepts training and coaching from supervision and outside machining resources.
Requirements:
2 years' experience in a manufacturing position preferred
Machining Technology certification from SWIC or equivalent trade/vocational school
High School Diploma/GED or international equivalent
Capability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings/sketches
Basic math and reading skills
Understanding of the Cartesian coordinate system (X-Y axis)
Basic understanding of Geometric tolerancing and basic machine shop practices
Ability to use micrometers and other precision measuring gages and equipment
Ability to work independently
Capability to use hand tools safely
Amsted Rail offers an excellent benefit package, which includes 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid vacation and holidays and more.
