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Shop Helper

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Pull parts from laser and waterjet machines and ensure they are properly staged for the next ... Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term ...

Shop Foreman

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18K/yr

The Machine Shop Foreman will report directly to the Operations Manager and General Manager, and ... Short term disability, voluntary pet care, identity protection, voluntary life insurance with ...

$21/hr

The Machine Shop Operator is responsible for the set-up, production run, and general operations of ... Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary life insurance options * HSA card with employer ...

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What is the difference between Volunteer Machine Shop vs Volunteer Welding Shop?

AspectVolunteer Machine ShopVolunteer Welding Shop
Required CredentialsBasic mechanical skills, safety trainingWelding certifications or safety training often recommended
Work EnvironmentWorkshop with lathes, mills, and machining toolsWorkshop with welding equipment and safety gear
Employer & Industry UsageCommunity workshops, educational programs, nonprofitsCommunity projects, repair shops, nonprofits
Common Search & Comparison IntentLearning machining skills, volunteering in manufacturingLearning welding skills, volunteering in metalwork projects

Volunteer Machine Shops focus on machining and mechanical work, requiring basic skills and safety training. Volunteer Welding Shops emphasize welding techniques and safety, often needing certifications. Both environments serve community projects and educational purposes, but they differ in tools and skill sets. Understanding these differences helps volunteers choose the right shop for their interests and experience levels.

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Machine Shop Operator

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

The Machine Shop Operator is responsible for the set-up, production run, and general operations of the work cell.
Processes and procedures employees are expected to follow are located in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for each machine and function the associates perform. All associates are expected to read and understand the SOP prior to utilizing equipment or performing job-related tasks.
On the job training available!
Requirements
Typical job duties include:
Set-Up:
  • Make exact and concise set-up on all machines within the work cell.
  • Remove and replace tooling as required for a variety of parts.
  • Perform precision set-ups involving alignment and securing of fixtures, setting speeds and feeds and various other parameters according to the part to be produced and the machine to be used.
  • On initial set-up use precontrolled set-up procedures.
  • Precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and dial indicators must be used.
  • Work with the CNC control panel.

Perform Production Run:
  • Place part in holding fixture and clamp in place, start machine by push button, foot pedal or lever.
  • Unclamp and remove part when machine completes operations.
  • Deburr part, assemble parts, weld rivet, Double Disc, Notch the nose, and repeat the cycle.
  • Check parts with gauges provided and record finding on charts.
  • Make all adjustments necessary to ensure parts stay within specified control limits.
  • Simultaneous set-up and operation of multiple machines is required due to long cycle times.
  • Keep coolant and oil levels at the proper levels and concentrations.
  • After hardening is done, check handle alignment and straighten if needed.
  • Check joint tensions and adjust as needed.
  • Weigh gage as needed.
  • Check handle spread and gage as needed.
  • Check nose gap and gage as needed.
  • Rope cut pliers following standard procedures.
  • Re-file as needed.
  • Needle Nose pliers must have the nose adjusted to meet Quality standards.
  • Cell operators will be required to learn all of the jobs that are performed within the work cell.
  • Complete appropriate paperwork and maintain 5S requirements.

Qualifications:
  • Requires some initiative and ingenuity to achieve the proper goals.
  • Good ability and vision of adjustments of different characteristics on all pliers needed.

Benefit Overview:
  • $500 Sign on Bonus
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, 10 Holidays, and Your Birthday
  • $125 Boot Voucher
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary life insurance options
  • HSA card with employer contributions

Product Incentive Program:
Channellock encourages and rewards productivity by offering a company-wide incentive program based on a calculation aimed at reducing the number of hours it takes to ship 100 pairs of pliers. The lower the number of hours to produce the product, the higher the payout per hour earned. Payments are made every 4 weeks.
Salary Description
$18 - 21/hour