Saw Operator/Manual Machinist

Advanced Blending Solutions LLC of Wallace, MI is looking to hire a full-time Saw Operator/Machinist to join our production team. Are you interested in a successful career with an exciting, energy-filled manufacturing company ? Are you looking for a job that will allow you to have weekends free, 3-day weekends in fact ? Are you an outdoor enthusiast who wants to live and work in an area known for its outdoor recreation activities such as hunting, fishing, boating, and snowmobiling? Are you a skilled, detail-oriented machine operator? If so, please read on!

Starting pay for this production position is $19.25+, depending on relevant experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, 9 paid holidays, paid time off (PTO - combined sick, vacation, and personal time) available in the 1st year, and a 401(k) plan with match . If this sounds like the opportunity in manufacturing that you've been looking for, please apply now!

ABOUT ADVANCED BLENDING SOLUTIONS

Based in the heart of rural Menominee County, MI, we are a privately-owned full-service designer and manufacturer of blending and convey equipment for the plastics industry. We have state-of-the-art fabrication, machining, and panel-building facilities in Wallace. With representatives throughout the country, we are growing and committed to providing the best products and services that can be customized to meet our customers' unique needs. We work to solve tomorrow's problems today for our customers while adhering to our values of hard work, dedication, teamwork, innovation, and cutting-edge technology.

We strive to create a culture where people feel it is a privilege to work here . The dynamic environment we have created is a great place for personal growth and success . We want to provide our employees with a rich, creative, and collaborative environment to further their skills, interests, and experience. Team members have the opportunity to advance their careers at ABS.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SAW OPERATOR/MANUAL MACHINIST

As a Saw Operator/Manual Machinist , you work in a clean, comfortable environment as you set up, adjust, and operate machine tools such as saw, lathes and milling machines and machine parts to specifications. You will load vices with raw materials and interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances. Quality is essential as you conduct first article and in process inspections to verify accuracy and conformance with standards. Our machinists observe machine operations, interpret engineering drawings, take measurements, and monitor for any malfunctions. As a saw operator/manual machinist, you may be responsible for performing routine preventative maintenance on the machines, trouble-shoot malfunctions, and perform basic repairs.

"Safety Always" is our motto, which you support by monitoring equipment and materials to ensure safe operation while following safety procedures as you work.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, and operate various machine tools and cutting equipment; including lathes, milling machines, saws, and grinders
• Read and interpret work orders to determine materials to be used and the required dimensions or tolerances
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment and report any defects
• Monitor raw materials and forecast demand for standard cut length
• Perform maintenance as required
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Support and comply with the company's policies

Skills & Qualifications:

• Complete training to become forklift certified within 30 days
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Utilize power tools and various equipment as needed to perform duties
• Knowledge of measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, and tape measures
• Lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Effective time management and verbal communication

Education & Experience :

• Machining experience and/or education
• Experience operating saw cutting equipment and manual machines
• High school diploma or equivalent
  

WORK SCHEDULE AS A SAW OPERATOR/MANUAL MACHINIST

The typical schedule for this full-time position is Monday - Thursday from 5:00 am to 2:30 pm, and Friday from 5 am to 9 am with weekends free !