Straightening - $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Description

Job Title:  Straightening

 Since 1982, Sigma Engineered Solutions has been on an incredible journey. We started with just one plant in India and have expanded to 13 locations around the world. What began as a cost-effective supplier of low-voltage electrical products has grown into a global solutions provider of highly engineered, complex metal components, including machined parts and precision metal stampings. 

At Sigma Engineered Solutions “your success is our mission.” It’s a promise we live by daily and it defines everything we do whether you are a team member or customer.  

Responsible for straightening castings by utilizing a hydraulic press, hammer, micrometers, and indicators according to blueprint specifications, under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor. 

What you will be doing:   

• Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as the number of parts to be worked on, the type of work needed and the appropriate machines or equipment to be used. 
• Examine work pieces for defects and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws to scrap out the parts. 
• Determines if castings require straightening. 
• Sets up and/or clamps casting to block in the machine and straighten parts using dies or other tools. 
• Bends, straightens castings by hammering or using hydraulic press to remove warpage.  
• Operate straightening press for castings with normal temperature and specified parts to be warm in the furnace before straightening them. 
• Assist supervisor in die setup. 
• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications like size and shape of casting, using measuring instruments such as gauges, micrometers, indicators on template. 
• Finish the assigned work in the allotted time and maintain production levels.  
• Sort and store castings according to part number and daily log production. 
• Feed the number and types of parts worked on in the ERP system using routers.  
• Place scrap castings in assigned carts as instructed by the supervisor.  
• Use computer programs to record accurate data / follow router / achieve rates established or notify lead person for effective communication. 
• Inspect and report product or equipment defects or malfunctions to the supervisor. 
• Report problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials, and labor to Production Supervisor. 
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) as instructed by the supervisor. 
• Report any accident occurred in the plant related to person, equipment, material or any other to the Production Supervisor as soon as possible. 
• Follow documented policies and procedures as designated by the company’s Employee handbook and adhere to proper code of conduct while in the company property. 
• Ensure work meets quality standards and is performed according to established procedures. 
• Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner and comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas. 
• Attend scheduled training programs to enhance skills and for safety purposes.     
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring to the team:   

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 
• At least two years’ work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required. 
• Basic mathematical, grammatical, and arithmetic skills required. 
• Thorough understanding of mechanics and other properties of machines. 
• Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and blueprints. 
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols. 
• Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications for expectations such as fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates. 
• Must be able to work in noisy environments.  
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds, unassisted at times. 
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb to access all parts of the machine.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

At Sigma Engineered Solutions our vision is to be the global partner of choice by exceeding customer expectations.  Our team members are essential to our customers success, and we look for these qualities when adding members to our team: 

• exemplary honesty and integrity 
• customer focused 
• strive for continuous improvement in all they do 
• are courageous and trustworthy 
• are committed to teamwork 
• are socially and environmentally responsible 
• act proactively in the best interest of all stakeholders 

If you share these qualities and you feel your background is not a perfect fit for a job, we encourage you to apply!  Your background may have a telling story that makes you a better fit than you realize.   

We are hard at work to make sure our people are taken care of and our benefits meet their needs. What does this look like? 

• Competitive pay 
• Health coverage  
• Paid time off allowances 
• Employee Assistance Program