2nd Shift CNC Machinist Leader III

Milwaukee Valve Company is looking for a 2nd Shift CNC Machinist Leader III to join our Prairie Du Sac, WI team in Department 301. The hourly pay rate for this position is $32.58, plus an additional 4.5% shift premium.*This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. The first half ($1,000) is payable after successful completion of the orientation period and the second half ($1,000) is payable after one consecutive year of employment with the company.*The regularly scheduled hours for this position are 3:30PM - 12:00AM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may become a possibility or even required. When working overtime, the regularly scheduled shift is adjusted by 1-2 hours at either the beginning or end of the regularly scheduled shift. Overtime may also be requested or mandatory on Saturday as well.All offers of employment made by Milwaukee Valve are contingent upon successfully completing our required drug screen and physical capabilities tests.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Established in 1901, Milwaukee Valve manufactures valves for a variety of industries including Industrial, Commercial, Fire Protection, Marine and the dry bulk hauling industries. Our products have been installed on every U.S. Navy ship built for the last 50 years.Our heritage, our people, and our passion is to be the best, and Milwaukee Valve is proud of its engineering excellence and its employees who take pride and dedication in their work. In return, Milwaukee Valve offers an excellent benefit package, competitive wages, and promotional opportunities including Health, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance options, Flex Spending, 401K with employer match, tuition assistance, paid time off, and shift premiums. For more information please visit:Our HomepageJob Opportunities VideoModern Machining Center Tour----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Summary: The CNC Machinist Leader III primary responsibilities will be to perform machine set up and machine operation of various CNC machines as needed. Such machines include HMC, VMC, HTL, VTL, Swiss Screw, Multi-Axis lathes, Transfer machines, Robots, etc.; they will possess the skills and abilities to carry out those responsibilities without assistance.The CNC Machinist Leader III responsibilities will also be to perform various duties including but not limited to: assist on-duty shift supervisor with meeting daily production requirements, help assess and assign the day's work and labor appropriately, special projects, planning, training, occasionally working with outside vendors, and provide coverage for Shift Supervisor or Relief Supervisor on an as needed basis. This position will help monitor work activities, coach, instruct and assist personnel with meeting daily requirements such as: machine set up, machine operations, trouble shooting, etc...While providing relief of the Shift Supervisor when the Supervisor, Relief Supervisor and Manager are not available, they will maintain safe operations; prioritize daily activities to ensure timely shipment of quality products to meet customers' requirements.The individual will have good organizational, math, communication, and computer skills. Personal hand tools and measuring instruments are required. (See list below)Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum 1-year related leadership experience, training or equivalent
Minimum 5-year related machining experience, training or equivalent
Must attend leadership classes recommended by MV

Language Skills:Ability to read and interpret documents such as:
Safety policies and rules
Operating and maintenance instructions
Procedure manuals
Communicate effectively with others at all levels with proper etiquette


Reasoning Ability:
Thoroughly carry out instructions given in any form
Ability to deal effectively with problems and situations
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding the best course of action
Cost profit consciousness and determining profitable outcome
Recognizes and recommends adjustments to meet production demand where needed

Attendance:Is at work for scheduled hours
Soft Skills:
Responds to management's directions
Takes responsibility for own actions
Demonstrates a consistent performance in all aspects of their work
Keeps break periods to allotted times
Mentor and assist in training of employees
Recognizes valid proposed improvements and follows proper procedures for possible implementation.
Recognizes and resolves problems as they arise
Adapts to change
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them
Detects defective equipment, materials and/or faulty operations to maintain a safe environment
Identifies root causes and corrective action for problems
Ensures documentation is complete and correct
Ensures proper workmanship
Accepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations
Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills
Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, to work in a team environment, and deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles

Machine Operation:Performs task correctly such as:
Loading and unloading of parts
Changes inserts
Makes wear offsets
Maintains coolant level
Maintains lubrication oil
Greases fixtures
Washes down inside of machine
Cleans work area
Production documentation


Machine Set Up:Machine set up with proven program:
Removal and installation of tools and fixtures
Perform tool setting and tool offsets
Transfer of machine programs to and from machine control
Follow program movements
Establish work offsets
Obtain first article
Set up machines in cell
Ability to alter or create fixturing as needed
Ability to edit programs


Mathematical Skills:Basic math abilities such as:
Addition
Subtraction
Multiplication
Division


Quality:
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Identify surface finishes are met
Measures parts correctly and ensures specifications are met
Visually inspects parts to specified standards
Interprets data from the CMM and manual measurements

Quantity:
Meets productivity standards
Completes work in allotted time
Strives to increase productivity
Assists employees with meeting production standards
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency

Measuring Ability:
Perform first article inspection
CMM use a plus
Proper use of measuring instruments such as:
Caliper
Micrometer
Machinist scale
Functional gages
Height stand
Indicator
Surface roughness gage



Blueprints:
Is able to read blueprint dimensioning
Interpret blueprint information
Comprehension of information
Application of tolerances as defined
Knowledge and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Computer Use:
Use of a standard PC and MS software
Proficient with essential elements of current ERP System
Proficient with current databases

Safety:
Follows safety policies and procedures
Wears PPE
Reports potentially unsafe conditions and follows proper procedures for correction
Uses equipment and materials properly
Assists in the organization and maintaining the machine shop work environment
Addresses safety issues with personnel with the latitude given

Security:Follows security policies and procedures
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
Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday
Frequently use hands and arms to reach, grasp, manipulate, handle, or feel material
Constant use hands and fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, handle, and manipulate parts and tools
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
Occasional bending
Frequent lifting up to 40 lb. unassisted
Occasional lifting up to 70lbs unassisted


Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles
Constant exposure to louder noise levels


Definitions: Constant (5-8 hrs./shift) Frequent (2-5 hrs./shift) Occasional (Up to 2 hrs./shift)Tool List
Toolbox (roller cabinet)
Allen Wrenches (standard provided)
Brass Hammer (provided)
Square
Screw Drivers
Flashlight
Calculator
Scale
Wrenches
Pliers
1" Micrometer
6" Caliper
12" Caliper
1" Dial Indicator w/ mag base
Test Indicator(s)
Recommended

1-4" Micrometer set
Depth Micrometer set


Other tools may be needed to be successful and proficient in the position.