Machinist role operating and setting up production machinery to produce precision parts to print, including tooling/fixture setup, machining adjustments, inspection, deburring, and basic maintenance. You’ll join Sunnen Products Company, a 100+ year global manufacturer of precision honing and engine rebuilding equipment based in St. Louis. Standout perks include broad benefits plus paid plant closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
- 401(k) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid plant closure year-end
Sunnen Products Company was founded over 100 years ago in 1924 by Joseph Sunnen. For the last 100 years, we have been a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bore sizing and finishing equipment, engine rebuilding equipment, and tooling and abrasives.
As the leading global manufacturer of precision honing equipment and related accessories, Sunnen Products Company provides excellent employment opportunities for those in search of a challenging and rewarding career. We pride ourselves on our quality products, exceptional customer service and highly valued employees.
Sunnen is an equal opportunity employer and provides a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. We are proud to say that our average length of service is nearly 20 years!
Apply today to join Sunnen Products Company and work alongside leading manufacturers as you build a rewarding career!
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
• Obtain and review work order, part print and setup sheets to determine machine setup, production methods and sequence of operation, as well as materials and tools required.
• Select, position, and secure dies, tooling, and fixtures onto machine using rule, square, shims, templates, hand tools, and built-in-gauges.
• Position and clamp stops, guides, tracks, fixtures and turntables.
• Load part into machine and secure with clamps for machining.
• Adjust controls to set and regulate machining factors, such as heat setting, wire speed, pressure, side rails, progression, depth of ram stroke, adjustment rolls, chuck, jaws, machine feeds and speeds, gearing and pins, perform tool offset as needed according to type of material used and written guidelines.
• Operate machinery and inspect parts to insure parts being produced retain tolerance, square-ness, concentricity, parallelism and finish; move materials as necessary in the performance of duties.
• Deburr parts using hand or air files, deburring machine, belt sander or grinding wheel to insure smooth surface of part produced.
• Troubleshoot production problems to include adjusting and replacing dull or damaged tooling and fixtures.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maintain and lubricate machine tools and equipment.
• Complete paperwork regarding production time, inventory, and location of parts and enter into database system.
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervision.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition; follow prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Transports waste from process container to waste container.
• Follow all safety rules designated for the company and department.
• Practice 6S housekeeping rules on a daily basis and maintain cleanliness throughout the department and in your work area.
Sunnen offers a wide variety of benefits for our employees, such as:
- Competitive Insurance Coverage, eligible on the first of the month after hire date:
- Medical (PPO and High Deductible Plan with Employer HSA Contribution)
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- 401(k) Eligibility with Employer Match
- Company Paid Benefits:
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Competitive Vacation Policy
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Plant Closure Between Christmas and New Year's Day
We require a background and SSN check, drug test, and physical for pre-employment.