Machinist ll - Process Pumps

Machinist II Indianapolis day shift - onsite

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!

Peerless Pump Company an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos is seeking an experienced Machinist II to join its Process Pump Machining group.

Founded in 1923 Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire industrial and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough reliable and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where its needed most. Our product quality is second to none but its our people whove made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting training and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development growth and innovation Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

What is the job about

The Machinist II role requires complete set-up including advanced editing programming and operation of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines including vertical horizontal and multi-axis machining centers manual machines lathes and mills.

This position reports directly to the 1st shift Production Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis IN facility (primarily Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm).

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.

Your main responsibilities:

• Inspect area in accordance with 5S principles
• Insure daily machine and crane PMs are being completed.
• Understand SAP confirmations and insure process is followed.
• Study blueprints drawings specifications etc. to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Select align and secure holding fixtures cutting tools attachments accessories and materials on machines such as mills lathes jig borers grinders and shapers.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed feed coolant flow and depth and angle of cut or enters commands to retrieve input or edit computerized machine control media.
• Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to prints and specifications and perform secondary operations such as debur chip removal bushing tapping drilling etc.
• Provide training and instruction to other employees as required; Performs manual and electronic record keeping an information retrieval functions.
• Perform work promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental Quality Continuous Improvement Communication Internal Controls etc.).
• Complete setup including programming (Fanuc Controls or G Code preferred) editing operation and preventative maintenance on CNC milling centers CNC lathes and/or CNC mills.
• Perform off-sets fixturing and recognize signs of tool wear and poor finish and make adjustments to correct.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures and standards and participate in efforts to improve processes product flow and work standards
• Complete required paperwork (manual and electronic) in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and work area
• Perform work promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental Quality Continuous Improvement Communication Internal Controls etc.).
• Inspect parts for conformance to prints and specifications.
• Performs manual and electronic record keeping and information retrieval functions.
• Wear required safety PPE.
• Perform secondary operations such as deburring chip removal bushing installation drilling and tapping.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• High School Diploma GED/HSE/HiSET or equivalent *required
• Additional Technical training *preferred.
• 2-4 years manual machining (including but not limited to mills drills and grinders) experience *much preferred.
• 1-3 years experience with CNC programming operation and setup with various controls including Fanuc Controls Mazatrol Controls and Allen/Bradley Controls on CNC milling centers CNC lathes and/or CNC mills *much preferred.
• Experience doing precision machining using manual machines such as threading boring and grooving *preferred.

• Competencies

• Material handling equipment (Lift truck two wheeled truck carts etc.
• Cranes hoist screw jacks hydraulic jacks.
• Manual power driven and pneumatic hand tools electronic engraver Power saw cutoff wheel grinders hydraulic press radial drill arbor press Arc Welding acetylene cutting equipment and threading machine Precision measuring instruments gages meters
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to read and apply mathematics to work from engineering drawings and schematics to determine assembly procedures and problem solve.
• Basic understanding of the fundamentals of electricity.
• Ability to operate precision instruments and lifting equipment
• Mathematics skills including proficiency subtracting multiplying and dividing for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally in the English language to understand and use written or verbal control and work instructions
• Ability to analyze and problem solve to resolve various technical and interpersonal issues with collaboration respect and professionalism.
• A desire to be in a leadership role and accept the responsibilities of meeting production goals.
• Possess a demonstrated ability to work within a team.
• Understand and demonstrate a proactive safety approach.
• Possess good problem solving skills with limited supervision.
• Proven ability to direct train and give guidance on the assembly activities and processes.
• Must maintain a good attendance record.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to run key machines within areas of responsibility.
• Strong experience using machining centers in a job shop environment.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints drawings specifications setup sheets etc.; Precision measuring instruments gages meters
• Able to be forklift certified; Able to be Hazmat certified; Able to operate overhead cranes/hoists
• Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading shop math (decimals fractions geometry trigonometry etc.) and GD&T Manufacturing Principles (Safety Quality Lean Process Flow etc.)
• Awareness of Safety and Quality Systems; Able to read and interpret work instructions and procedures
• Computer (MS Windows Lab View Excel)
• Manual power driven and pneumatic hand tools electronic engraver Power saw cutoff wheel grinders hydraulic press radial drill arbor press and threading machine This position requires the incumbent to stand for extended periods of time frequently grasp tools stoop crouch reach stand and walk when performing duties; twist and reach when assembling parts.
• Specific vision abilities include close distance and peripheral vision.
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled factory or field environment.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic (including attendance) strong organizational skills and strong communication skills (written and oral).

Whats in it for you

What are your goals Here at Peerless its our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations both career and personal. Youll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition your day-to-day benefits as a regular full-time employees include:

• 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.
• Competitive medical dental and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
• Annual bonuses parental support engaging team buildings.
• Diverse inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• Long-term career development with regular dialogue as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
• Diverse inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

Do you want to learn more

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We look forward to hearing from you.

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