Crankshaft Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

FEUER Powertrain North America is the U.S. subsidiary of a leading German crankshaft manufacturer, producing two out of every three crankshafts worldwide for premier automotive brands including Mercedes-Benz, GM, BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Jaguar, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, and many others.

At our North American facility, we manufacture high-precision crankshafts for customers such as Mercury Marine, Polaris, and other industry leaders.

At FEUER Powertrain, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safety-focused workplace, competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and long-term professional development.

If you have an exceptional attitude, outstanding work ethic, and want to be part of a team producing high-precision crankshafts for leading global automotive and powersports manufacturers - We invite you to apply and build your career with FEUER Powertrain.

Why Work at FEUER Powertrain North America?

FEUER values the health, wellness, and financial security of every employee by offering:

• 85% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 5% employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
• PPO and HDHP medical plan options with tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Nine (9) employer-paid holidays
• Seven (7) days of planned plant shutdown paid at 50%
• Industry-leading Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Medical Leave available after 30 days of employment
• Clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art manufacturing environment

Position Summary

The CNC Machinist II is responsible for programming, setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC and manual machining equipment used in the manufacturing of crankshafts, crankshaft accessories, counterweight parts, and related powertrain components. This position performs moderate to advanced machine set-ups, tooling adjustments, offsets, inspections, and quality verification while supporting production efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives in a team-based manufacturing environment.

The CNC Machinist II will operate a variety of machining and inspection equipment while ensuring compliance with all company quality, safety, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC processing machines.
• Determine processing sequences and develop machining programs within program language requirements.
• Enter processing data, simulate machining processes, optimize programs, and save machining progress.
• Test programs step-by-step, inspect first-piece quality, and make process corrections as necessary.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Create and maintain tool offset lists.
• Perform tool changes, cutter compensation, and offset adjustments.
• Prepare, measure, install, and maintain equipment and tooling.
• Perform simple to moderate machine set-ups independently.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical drawings.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and inspection equipment.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, completeness, and surface condition of machined components.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and GD&T requirements.
• Document production issues, quality concerns, and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues during production and development activities.
• Develop and implement rework methods for complex or difficult work pieces.
• Participate in continuous improvement, process development, and productivity initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining machine performance through basic maintenance and service work.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other operators.
• Train new personnel in machine operation, safety, quality standards, and production procedures.
• Prepare material and work orders for production as needed.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of machines, tools, and work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental policies, and job hazard requirements.
• Comply with company policies, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 – 4-year technical school degree, apprenticeship, or vocational machining certification.
• Minimum of 5 – 10 years of machining and CNC experience.
• Experience operating CNC equipment including lathes, mills, and specialty machinery.
• Knowledge of basic math and geometry.
• Experience with tooling, offsets, tool changes, and machine setups.
• Knowledge of tooling identification and machining processes.
• Successful completion of Machine Operating Test.

Skills & Competencies

• CNC setup and machining capability
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to optimize machining processes
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Leadership and mentoring ability
• Mechanical aptitude and technical reasoning
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to bend, stoop, grip, reach, and lift up to 40 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required PPE and comply with all safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in crankshaft manufacturing operations
• Siemens 840D CNC control experience

FEUER powertrain North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.