Makes all types of Die Forming Packing sets, molds and dies to closest tolerances. Works from drawings, sketches, models or instructions. Plans work to be done by most economical methods, utilizing proper machines. Cross checks work of fellow employees and may interact with engineering in regard to design work.

Job Model:  On-Site

On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.

• Follow all Company policies, procedures and guidelines as well as take actions that support team work, safety contamination control, efficiency and good housekeeping.

• Know and abide by all Standard Operating Procedures.

• Follow the pre-production, make ready, and production run tasks.

• Operate powered equipment

• Ensure the work area is clean, and that non-conforming, over-runs, and/or waste are delivered to the appropriate repository.

• Cross-train as assigned

• Follow and adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment rules and regulations

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned

• Responsibilities include confirmation of accuracy and completeness of order, dies, set-up and installation, paper stock, and the load and feed of paper, and the effectiveness and accuracy of cutting, staging completed work per instructions, and area maintenance

• Develops and fabricates fixtures as needed.

• Performs complex, diversified machining operations necessary to produce the Company's manufacturing products as well as experimental/prototype precision parts for field testing/test lab.

• Machine work is performed from standard documentation, rough sketches, preliminary drawings, verbal discussions, and samples.

• Inspects own work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to engineering drawings. Cross checks fellow machinists and advises of any quality issues. Must support Chesterton Quality policies.

• Maintains safe and clean work area on a day-to day basis.

• Keeps informed of and follows machine shop safety policies and procedures.

• Read and comprehend complex engineering drawings and blueprints.

• Advanced mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

• General guidance provided upon request for special assignments.

• Manufactures complex components.

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of all standard equipment in machine shop.

• Performs diversified and sometimes complex machining operations. Exercises independent judgment in determining fabrication methods to be used. Frequently required to improvise and to use shop mathematics.

• May contribute and advise engineering regarding design.

• Apprentice training desirable.

• 2 -4 years related experience in manufacturing and/or machine shop environment.

• Works under general direction. No instructions needed on routine work.

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written, verbal instructions, and sequence of events.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment.

• Ability to lift reasonably heavy loads up to fifty pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to work in a moderately uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme heat and noise.

• Ability to function as part of a team.

• Ability to work under pressure and work well with others.

• Advanced understanding of shop floor mathematics.

• Advanced understanding of quality control principles.

• Ability to use full range of measurement tools.

• Ability to stand for 8 working hours.

• Ability to wear steel toe safety shoes/boots.

• Ability to wear safety eyewear.

• Ability to work in a machine shop environment.

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 required to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear and reach with hands and arms. May require: repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Works near moving mechanical parts. Exposure to high levels of noise and temperature in the work environment.

A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

This role is a U.S. based role. If the candidate resides in the desired location of the role, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will be discussed with the candidate before they are formally invited to interview.

Targeted pay range: $24/hr. - $26/hr.

Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($24/hr. - $26/hr. DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Several roles at Chesterton are considered “leveled” positions and as such, the company reserves the right to advertise and or hire for this position at appropriate level depending on applicant’s skillset/experience. If the salary range to be offered for a “leveled” based position (I, II, III, etc.) is different than what was advertised on any posting, that range will be discussed with the candidate before they are formally invited to interview.

Hired applicants may be eligible for additional incentive compensation depending on the level and or function of the position which will be discussed with the candidate prior to formal interview. Payments under these programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available.

Chesterton anticipates the application window closing approximately 45 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Chesterton to shorten or extend the application window.

All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.

Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer  M/F/V/D

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