Machinist I
Summary
Entry-level machinist fabricates and machines automotive parts using mills, lathes, and measuring tools while collaborating with engineering teams to meet production standards.
THE COMAPNY
Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint.
In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of finance, sales, engineering, testing, and program management, and will serve as the Machinist I.
Website: HI-LEX.com
POSITION SUMMARY
The Machinist I position is an entry level position for machining and fabricating. The individual should have basic concepts and working knowledge of measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers as well as vertical mills and lathes. The main responsibility of this position is to machine and produce products to print and/or direction. Individuals will be tasked to work with engineering and other machinists to develop products and habits conducive to company standards.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops and Fabricates parts, fixtures, and assemblies using metal forming, machining and joining equipment
- Possess listening/Learning skills
- Good Communication skills for your development and company enhancement
- Fabricates, Builds, Assembles, Verifies and Maintains set-up of test fixture
- Performs dimensional inspections and material inspections as needed
- Assembles prototype products which meet customer specifications and delivery requirements
- Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long term management objectives
- Possesses Mechanical Background
- Performs other duties as necessary
- 4S support