CURRENT OPENINGS
Machinist
EXEMPT: No
DEPARTMENT: Machine Shop
LOCATION: Geneva, IL
REPORTS TO: Machine Shop Foreman
PREPARED BY: Machine Shop Foreman
APPROVED BY: Plant Manager
SAFETY SENSITIVITY: High
Scope/Summary Statement:
The Machinist will be responsible for the planning, setup, and operation of all machine shop equipment such as milling, grinding, drilling, band/chop saw, turning (lathe work) and polishing.
Job Function Statements:
- Set up and monitor all shop machines and there processes. Including holding tolerances of +/- .002.
- Read and understand blue prints, drawings, sketches and instructions to complete specifications of output.
- Must be able to setup and operate all manual machine shop equipment.
- Create basic Prototrak conversational CNC programs.
- Custom machine parts for "fit and function". Not all parts will have drawings or specifications.
- Communicate and collaborate with various departments to create proto type components parts, assemblies, tooling gages, maintenance repair parts and test equipment.
- Must be able to accurately use measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, pin gages and other standard precision measuring devices.
Education and / or Experience:
- High School graduate or GED required, completion of technical school highly recommended.
- Minimum of 5 years of machining experience.
- Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders, etc.).
- CNC programming and CAD software experience is a plus.
- Ability to machine and fabricate parts.
- Certified Welder is a plus.
- Ability to work in a safety conscious manner; understanding safety guidelines and protocols.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform related tasks in a time-sensitive environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift 35 pounds.
Assemblers
For the past 125 years, Miner Enterprises, has been a leader in the supply of freight-car components to the railroad industry. We provide cutting edge, high quality products such as draft gears, side bearings, unloading systems, brake beams and hatch covers to all Class I and II railroads worldwide, freight car builders, private-car companies, leasing companies and contract freight car repair shops.
If you're looking for a stable work environment with competitive pay and a generous benefit package then look no further. Family owned Miner Enterprises is the place you want to be!
We are currently looking for qualified Assemblers to work full time in our Geneva, IL location.
Scope/Summary Statement: The Test Engineer shall have the responsibility of providing engineering assistance as required for assigned R&D projects and test programs in support of Miner Enterprises, Inc., Miner Elastomer Products Corporation, and Powerbrace Corporation.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assemble product in accordance with process instructions and quality specifications, in a safe and timely manner.
- Inspection of parts to ensure quality standards.
- Follow work instructions, during the manufacturing process.
- Teardown and setup of equipment and tooling according to specifications.
- Enter information obtained using measuring devices into data collection system.
- Operation of manual and semi-automatic jobs as well as grinders and other machines.
- Report information to appropriate quality and production forms.
- Run extruders and other related equipment.
- Ability to use gauges, rulers, calipers, general plastics processing equipment hand tools, fixtures and packaging equipment.
Requirements:
- Experience with using hand tools
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be able to read, write and understand English
- Basic computer skills
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Benefits:
- Pension and profit sharing program
- Medical, dental, vision discount program begin day one of employment
- Vacation
- Tuition assistance program
- Salary $14.00
Applicants interested in applying can email their resume to Kristy Puma at kpuma@minerent.com
Hydraulic Mechanic
Hydraulic Mechanic reports to Foreman, Miner Enterprises
Work location: Geneva, IL.
Full Time-1st. shift
Key Responsibilities:
The Hydraulic Mechanic is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of heavy duty hydraulic equipment, as well as performing general machine/building maintenance.
Essential Functions:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain heavy duty hydraulic systems
- Identify hydraulic components and their capabilities
- Read and understand schematics
- Capable of performing electrical/mechanical troubleshooting root-cause, repairing and rebuilding equipment
- Work with production personnel to correctly identify repair requirements
- Understand and utilize blueprints, operator manuals and/or part catalogs in order to successfully fulfill preventative and corrective maintenance procedures
- Perform work on motors, compressors, conveyors and boilers, and various hydraulic presses ranging from 5-600 tons
- Be available for emergency breakdowns (on-call) and/or snow removal during off work hours, as needed
Requirements:
- HS diploma and/or vocational school training. Minimum of 5 year’s hydraulic experience.
- Excellent working knowledge of hydraulic systems and components including troubleshooting and retro-fitting or designing hydraulic systems.
- Solid understanding of electrical (480V), mechanical pneumatic, hydraulic and piping systems.
- Welding and torch cutting abilities.
- Ability to machine and fabricate parts.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for injection molding, hydraulic presses and automated assembly equipment.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work in a safety conscious manner; understanding safety guidelines and protocols.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
