Machinist - 1st Shift

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MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

As an ITW company, MTS is part of a Fortune 300 global manufacturing leader with 49,000 employees across 56 countries, offering career development opportunities not just within MTS but across the ITW enterprise.

We're looking for a 1st Shift Machinist who performs machining operations in accordance with MTS Machine Shop procedures and work instructions. Utilizes documentation and skills to provide parts and assemblies to internal and external customers that meet quality and schedule requirements.

What You'll Do:
1. Perform machining operations on a variety of parts and is fully competent in the following areas:

• • Perform set-ups in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Perform preventative maintenance as required or apparent.
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized work area

2. Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to:

• • Interpret MTS machining prints and meet print requirements.
  • Machine Shop routing system.
  • Inspect and verify dimensions to required accuracy.

3. Perform machining operations in the following manner:

• • Provide constructive feedback to area supervisor on quality issues, trends and workload. Exhibit willingness to help resolve issues regarding schedules and priorities.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work overtime and to meet demands of other workstations.
  • Interact and communicate effectively with all colleagues, including supervisors. Display ability to work as a part of team.
  • Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner. Identify safety hazards and involve appropriate parties to resolve.
  • Initiate creative and/or innovative ideas and demonstrates willingness to implement them.

4. Cross Training Expectations:

• • Machinists are expected to learn multiple disciplines within the machine shop, including but not limited to: CNC Lathe and Mill, Cylindrical Grinding, Surface Grinding and Manual Mill and Lathe.

5. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent:

• • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace using 5S principles

What You Bring:

• One year of trade school or three years applicable experience in a machine shop environment.
• Must understand and apply basic machining knowledge.
• Machining tolerances and measuring equipment, tooling selection, machine setup and operation.
• Common machining symbols on MTS prints.
• Understanding of material characteristics and proper machining techniques.
• Work from proven processes or work instructions to complete daily activities.
• Work holding and fixture use.
• Part inspection for tolerances, surface finish, hardness, and materials.

Best in Class Benefits:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance: http://myitwhr.com/
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income protection benefits
• Industry leading 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Matching gift and volunteer program
• Flexible start times/schedule
• Overtime is voluntary
• Team atmosphere

Get Involved and Give Back:
MTS supports Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together to share experiences and ideas, and we're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their talents. Through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program, employees also have the chance to give back and support families in our communities.

Physical Demands (US only):
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials, this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.