CNC Operator - Rotating Shift

Who will you be working with?

L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction, and heavy industrial industries. We are looking for a motivated individual who has experience using CNC machines and is comfortable operating forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Machining Department, you will be responsible for programming, operating, and machining parts for Production. The machine shop team works with various tools and equipment daily – manual mills, CNC machines, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other common machine equipment. This position works directly with other machinists, the machine shop supervisor, welding, and steek prep. Dependent on the project, this position may also work with Application Engineering, Production Engineering, Quality, and Research and Development to help us improve and develop our products, machinery, and processes and procedures. This position reports directly to the machine shop supervisor.

This shift rotates Monday-Friday from 6:00am to 2:00pm one week and 2:00p to 10:00pm the next. OT is possible depending on production needs.

What do we want to know about you?

• High School Diploma or GED with 5 years of machining experience.
• 18 years or older.
• Blueprint reading experience.
• Experience with drill press, turret lathe, manual mill, hyd-mech automatic ban saw, and Sharpe 1640V lathe.
• Programing and/or operating CNC Vertical Machining Center

What will your typical day look like?

• Operate and maintain lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, CNC machines and other common machine equipment.
• Follow prints, sketches, instructions, and procedures to ensure quality and accuracy of fabrication and specifications.
• Assist R&D Department, as needed.
• Report any production problems to supervisor.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Operate, maintain, and repair pneumatic and measuring equipment.
• Operate forklifts, jib cranes and overhead cranes.
• Follow instructions using SP’s, SWI, SJPs and TWI breakdowns, as applicable.
• Problem solving and finding solutions.
• Perform work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Occasional weekend work may be required.
• Domestic and international travel possible depending on the project.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, in other areas of production as needed and qualified.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Wear correct PPE – earplugs, protective eye wear, steel-toed boots, and work provided uniform (gloves when necessary).
• Bend, lift, and carry 50lb pieces.
• Stand on concrete for 8-10 hours.
• Work in high heat conditions.
• Practice and maintain safe work conditions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Knowledgeable in areas of machining, blueprint and technical reading required.
• General knowledge of various metals.
• Detail orientated, precise and accurate.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong initiative.
• Ability to communicate, in English, effectively and clearly by both written and verbal means.
• Dependability under both supervised and unsupervised conditions, be a team player.
• Basic math skills, read tape measures, calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools.
• Experience working with CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other shop equipment.
• Must be able to lift to 50-75lbs. consistently, bend, stand, twist, pull, and push heavy objects.
• Ability to lift overhead, pull product from low standing areas, and stand on concrete for long periods of time.
• Computer skills needed for programming.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment written math test, physical, drug and background test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-year technical degree in Machining or similar field with 5 years of experience in the field.
• Experience with Solid Cam or similar programming software.
• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Principles or Six Sigma.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

This role is also eligible for a performance bonus.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

The hourly range for this role is between $25.00 - $36.50. The actual hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $25.00 - $36.50. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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