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At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.?

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at?www.dextergroup.com.

Overview:

This position will be responsible for running quality parts in CNC Cell centers

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including, but not limited to the following:

• Operating several CNC machines simultaneously in cell environment

• Changing inserts and making offsets, gauging, and recording readings

• Ensuring completion of job cards for all assigned work

• Training new employees

• Reducing scrap and maintaining clean and orderly work area

• Moving parts between conveyor belts, machines and pallets

• Operating stud press machine, adding stud and races into hubs

• Ability to safely and efficiently perform all assignments.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.

• Responsible for following all established company policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent, general education degree (GED). One to three months related experience and/or training or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to safely and effectively operate machinery; and material handling equipment within orientation period. The ability to pass post examinations for position required training. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to promote quality.

Mathematical Skills

The ability to add and subtract three-digit numbers, multiply and divide. The ability to use and accurately tape measure, feeler gages, and taper gages in standard and metric measurements.

Reasoning Ability

The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Languages Skills

The ability to read and comprehend written work instructions. The ability to write effective correspondence. The ability to write and interpret work instructions and work procedures. The ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Effectively represent the company professionally to customers, suppliers and other associates within the organization.

Knowledge & Experience

Years of experience:

Prior CNC machining experience preferred, including performing offsets and changeovers

Experience working in and around robot operations, preferred

Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and other simple documents.

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to promote quality.

Observes safety procedures and maintains good attendance.

Hand tool experience is a plus including hammer, Allen wrenches, press controls, bander, staple gun, and carts

Critical Competencies for Role:

Communication (verbal & written)

Initiative & Energy

Collaboration & Teamwork

Adaptability & Agility

Customer Focus

Work Environment:

The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Associate may be subject to temperature extremes for extended periods of time.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The associate may occasionally work in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury. May be required to work overtime and weekends.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The associate is consistently required to stand, walk, use hands to feel or handle objects tools, or controls; to grasp, pinch, and fine manipulation; reach and lift with hands and arms; talk, see, and hear. The associate is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Consistently bending, twisting, or stretching.

The Associate must frequently lift and or move up to 75+/- pounds and will frequently be required to perform repetitive work tasks.

The associate must be available to work scheduled overtime and assist in emergency situations. The associate must have the flexibility to work various shift hours.

Disclaimer

The above statements are indented to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in said position.

We care for our people.? Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage

• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA

• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program

• 401(k) Plan with company contributions

• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Dexter is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified, dedicated workforce. We hire and promote individuals based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, veteran status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable U.S. and Canada equal rights legislation protected by federal, state, province or local law.