Maintenance Machinist Tech

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt-based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought, and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Our Tanner, AL location is an integrated mill manufacturing high quality premium and ultra-premium forged bar and billet products from melt to ship.

Maintenance Machinist

Principal Purpose of Position:

Responsible for designing, developing and implementing optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards (“fit- form-function”). Communicates with maintenance and production groups to maintain and enhance equipment reliability. Will direct and or perform various maintenance tasks both safely and efficiently. Responsible to teach / train other craftsmen and production employees about specific equipment repair and maintenance procedures including LO/TO procedures. Hands on execution in a leadership role in the control and execution of planned / scheduled work, overhauls, rebuilds, shutdowns / outages, construction / installation work, emergency response / breakdowns, routine / day-to-day maintenance, and system enhancements or improvements. Performing daily routine checks / PM of equipment. Demonstrates, through actions, a commitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement, problem solving and teamwork in all aspects of performance.

Tools and Equipment:

All Machine Shop equipment, hand and power tools, blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, mobile equipment, cranes, personal computers, testing, diagnostic and precision instruments.

CNC language such as Okuma OSP, Fanuc G-Code, Haas CHC/NGC, Lincoln Plasma Table, CNC Lathes & Milling(4-AXIS) Machines, Manual Milling and Lathes, CAD/CAM Software and ACAD. 

Materials:

Plant equipment, blueprints, service manuals, maintenance repair parts and supplies, production repair parts and supplies.

Position Requirements

Education and Training:

High School Diploma or GED.

Associate (AS) degree in Industrial Mechanical Maintenance or relevant field, or an equivalent number of years of education and relevant maintenance experience preferred.

Experience:

Qualified Tool & Die Journeyman and requires 10 years of documented CNC programming and Machine Shop experience. 

Proficiency in technical math, including algebra, trigonometry, and geometry is required.

The ability to interpret complex components and assembly blueprints is required.

Proficiency in the application and use of inspection and test equipment is required.

Proficiency in material properties.

Proficiency in reverse engineering.

Must be proficient in the programming, set up and operations of all shop equipment.

Qualifies as a Machinist.

Knowledge:

Business/Functional Expertise:

Understands the key business drivers; uses this knowledge in own work. Expands fundamental knowledge in own function and broadens skills.

Project Management:

Accountable for technical contribution to a project team or sub-team. Works with others to achieve team goals through expanded knowledge and skills within own function. May be accountable for subsets for project deliverables. Has no formal role in managing projects.

Financial Management:

Aware of costs and assists in controlling costs related to own work.

Working Procedure:

1.             Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge and experience in all Machine Shop operations and equipment.

2.             Partners with and determines requirements to develop, write, and enter machine tool CNC programs to efficiently produce required parts to proper specifications utilizing CAD/CAM Software.

3.             Personally, observes safety rules and regulations and motivate others to maintain a safe work environment.

4.             Provide leadership and guidance as well as mentor and develop CNC programmers and Apprentices enrolled in the Apprenticeship program.

5.             Leads and or participates in fostering manufacturing techniques pertaining to reducing part cost and increasing part quality.

6.             Reviews and enters work orders / requests: including labor time estimates, material lists, and special project tools required.  Reviews with supervision on a daily basis.

7.             Ensures effective open dialog / communication between production and maintenance employees, coordinates/communicates with associated area maintenance for the appropriate craft skills required to perform jobs/task.

8.             Reviews and recommends route sheets, work packages, SSWP’s, predictive / preventative maintenance with associated area maintenance, planning, and supervision.

9.             Provides for and follows up on all drawing changes; ensures that all drawings are up to date and accurate.

10.          Coordinates parts requests, supplies and services through the store procurement group; verifies that materials and services are available prior to execution of a task or job.

11.          Inventory left over spares, parts at post outages, projects, and shutdowns. Follow up with items that must be returned to stock, sent out for repairs rebuild, internal or external.

12.          Participates in companywide continuous improvement through analytical thinking, root cause analysis, step by step processes, and troubleshooting techniques.

13.          Maintains a clean and orderly work area / job site (Good Housekeeping).

14.          Acquires knowledge, training, and skills necessary to perform position.  Including becoming proficient in the use of PC’s, Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc), CMMS system – currently SAP.

15.          Supports and assists all levels of management within the organization in achieving goals, key measures and objectives.

16.          Performs other duties and completes assignments as required by supervision.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.