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Machine Tool Builder

We are proactively seeking applicants for Machine Tool Builders.  We encourage you to apply if you are interested in future openings.

SUMMARY

Performs various electro-mechanical assembly functions to assemble prototype products, build special machines and assemble standard machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the quality of work and utilizes familiarity with inspection and other quality assurance techniques to inspect work.
• Assembles all of Climax’s standard products.
• Analyzes assembly blueprints and specifications manuals, and plans machine building operations.
• Verifies conformance of parts to pick list and blueprints.
• Aligns components for assembly and bolts, screws, dowels, welds, or rivets parts together.  Custom fits as necessary to conform to blueprints and/or customer specifications.
• Performs various electro mechanical assembly functions such as soldering, assembly of cables and wiring harnesses, re-work of printed circuit boards, and other electrical assembly activities.
• Works closely with engineering to test products (by hand or mechanically), diagnose, and resolve problems that occur during assembly and repair.
• Removes high spots, and smoothes surfaces to improve product cosmetics.
• Uses precision measuring tools to verify alignment and tolerances of moving parts.
• Assembles, sets up, and operates machine to verify function, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer’s specifications.
• Follows the production schedule and associated work orders and sales orders to determine assembly requirements.
• Searches for and recommends ways to improve assembly methods and procedures that could potentially lower productions costs and/or improve product quality/reliability.
• Willingness to understand, embrace and lead others in the concepts of lean manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Needs to be proficient with Climax procedures and processes.
• Ability to operate material handling devices such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Uses broad understanding of lean principles to improve existing manufacturing systems; leads continuous improvement initiatives.
• Modifies tooling and fixturing to support assembly processes.
• Trains and mentors other assemblers of less skill and/or experience.
• Other duties as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

AA degree and 4-7 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

TO APPLY

To apply for this position click here:  Application for Machine Tool Builder

At Climax, we believe our objectives can best be achieved by utilizing all of the human resources available to us, without discrimination based on characteristics unrelated to performance.  We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.