Production Machinist 

LOCATION: Wytheville / Virginia (US-VA) OR Hanover, PA (US-PA), United States | BRAND: Sheppard | 
REQUISITION ID: 5246 | JOB GRADE: 09 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Are you looking for a stable company known for innovation to grow your career? At R.H. Sheppard, we’ve been leading our industry for nearly 90 years. It’s an exciting time to be part of our growing team! Under new local leadership, we are even more commited to finding new ways to improve employee experience, customer satisfaction and our overall business results.  Bring your passion, skills and experiences and join us in our journey toward continued success!

Why join the Sheppard team:

• Earn competitive compensation based on position and experience with more earning potential available for trades or specialized roles. Overtime is regularly available for hourly employees interested in increasing their weekly pay with generous shift differentials available on 2nd ($2.50/hr) and 3rd ($2.00/hr) shift.

• Advance and earn more as you increase your knowledge and versatility. Learn new skills with our various training programs or explore new roles through our internal recruiting process.
• Enjoy work / life balance with up to 14 paid holidays and two weeks of paid vacation time (accrued based on start date). Starting a family? Take six weeks off for paid parental leave to bond with your new addition. 
• DAY ONE coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a variety of voluntary benefits, on-site healthcare facility for you and your family, wellness program incentives, and more!
• Plan for your future goals with our 401K and company match, Retirement Investment Savings Plan and Tuition Reimbursement programs

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The primary responsibility of this position is to set-up and operate a wide-range of machine functions within a single workstation to produce parts from bar stock, slugs, forgings and/or castings to specified part print tolerances.  The individual must be able to follow general machine shop practices while work under moderate supervision.  Responsibilities cited below are considered essential job functions: 

• Adhere to established safety procedures and 5 “ S ” standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain the cycle) required to perform daily duties in this position, including the proper techniques used in lifting/moving of parts
• Sets up and operates machines within a work station that does numerous machining functions to complete the required operation.  A combination of the following machining functions could exist within the work station:  horizontal or vertical machining, boring, milling, turning, shaping or induction heat treating
• Use standard inspection equipment or CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) to check parts produced.  Inspects parts to operator QCI (Quality Control Instructions) requirements
• Sets up machines using information from process charts to perform various operations on a wide variety of parts, machining same to a tolerance of .0005” or greater
• Responsible for first piece inspection by assuring all print tolerances are held after set up and accurately completes job cards.  Fill out SPC (Statistical Process Control) charts and all charts required for the operation
• Changes cutting tools and/or inserts within a prescribed guideline and maintains required records as needed
• Lifts/moves work piece weighing up to 15  pounds, except for pistons which may weigh up to 50 lbs and housings weighing up to 70 lbs by using a crane for assistance
•  Produces parts within tolerances allowed at the production rates assigned
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

•           Communication skills, ability to read, write and comprehend instruction

•           Ability to stand, stoop, bend, walk, reach frequently throughout the workday

•           Ability to lift items up to 40 lbs without assistance

•           Manual dexterity

•           Experience operating manual/powered machines, tools and measuring equipment, i.e. CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) controls

•           Knowledge of shop mathematics, including fractions and decimals, and blue print reading

EDUCATION & MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

One year in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability of operating metal working machines including set ups;  interpreting and comprehending plans and/or blue prints. High School Diploma.

WHO WE ARE

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pennsylvania, our dedicated team supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse Group. Whatever your career path, Sheppard is committed to delivering diverse experiences, challenging opportunities and an unparalleled commitment to ethics and integrity.

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.