Machinist

Job Description

IPEX LLC is a manufacturer of the industry’s highest quality plastic pipe, with a comprehensive product offering, featuring PVC, CPVC, PE and PEX, with innovative production facilities. IPEX is known as an industry leader, focusing on innovation, timely delivery, and personalized service.

We currently have a phenomenal opportunity as a Machinist! This role is based at our facility in Huntsville, Alabama.

Summary:

Machinist supports plant operations by using CNC and/or manual machining knowledge to modify, repair, and/or maintain various equipment and tooling. Higher level technicians write CNC programming, to include proper methodology, tooling, cutting speeds and feeds, to generate quality parts in accordance with product specifications. Applies niche knowledge in addition to routine work area procedures to complete activities. Resolves task related problems of varying complexity, ranging from straightforward to highly sophisticated, and with considerable latitude and independent judgement. Ability to perform duties safely with limited supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates attention to detail, careful work practices, and product knowledge.
• Perform preventative maintenance, tooling changes, modification, and repair on machine tooling.
• Perform mold assessments and repairs by reviewing last shots, history sheets, and providing production support for molds in use.
• Interprets drawings and/ or proven part models to write programs for the CNC machines that include proper methodology, tooling, cutting speeds and feeds in order to generate quality parts in accordance to product specifications, to the extent of individual skill.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to resolve dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and set-up requirements to improve efficiency.
• Builds set-up sheets based on tooling selection criteria.
• Monitors and verifies the accuracy of each job’s initial set-up and outcome.
• Revises programs and documents based on engineering changes.
• Maintains library of programs in the vault.
• Responsible for process improvements and machine time reductions including tool and new product program testing.
• Conducts general area and workstation housekeeping for maintaining a clean and safe work area, including clean up at work sites.
• Stores inventory and materials in neat and labeled areas consistent with 5S and safety principles.
• Supports and participates in high performing teams.
• Participates in safety activities such as support for Suggestion Boards, Grass Root team projects, 5S projects, department ergonomic improvements.
• Works safely, follows safety rules and regulations, and assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and balanced work environment.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Bends, stoops, crouches, reaches, and pulls.

Uses fine motor skills to operate tools and machinery, including in tight spaces with low tolerance.

Walks, cleans, and completes paperwork or data entry into computer inventory system.

Lifts and moves up to 50 pounds.

Holds, lifts, and manipulates parts of different sizes, shapes, and weights for inspection.

Inspects parts and reads blueprints or schematics using near vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment:

Exposed to humid conditions, airborne particles and extreme cold or heat.

Moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels.

Frequently exposed to fumes.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by validated proven experience programming and operating manual or CNC machines in a mid to heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the application of precision measuring equipment
• Ability to accurately read drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerances and dimensions.
• Detailed knowledge of programming segments and corresponding operations, in accordance with level of position.
• Solid understanding of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars and inserts used on various machines.
• Ability to use various mathematical skills to calculate material fabrication, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra.
• Ability to set priorities and efficiently advance projects to achieve customer and quality objectives.
• Proven ability to work independently and follow through with assignments with minimal direction.
• Validated skills using software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, Mastercam, CAD/CAM software, in accordance with the level of position.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.
• Alignment to safety and quality standards, and dedication to reporting and correcting all issues.
• Communicate efficiently, both verbally and in writing, with all levels in the plant.
• Demonstrate dedication to safety, quality, and a positive work environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR