Manual Machinist

About the role

Kurz Industrial Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of electro-mechanical and clean energy products and services in the Upper Midwest. We are dedicated to strengthening American industry through our best-in-class offerings.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate machines to manually produce or repair parts.
• Record all data necessary to produce expected service and/or design results, including sizing and illustrations.
• Perform milling operations such as drilling, tapping, boring, and conventional milling and lathe work, using various engine lathes.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform various metalizing (metal spraying) techniques as needed.
• Perform various welding operations, including setup and use of MIG, TIG, torch, and stick welders.
• Set up and perform tool-post fringing operations (e.g. precision surface facing), broaching procedures and bearing work.
• Use various hand-held and stationary power and non-power tools, including but not limited to: band saws, belt sanders, hand grinders, files, etc.
• Perform outside field service repairs and estimating work as necessary.
• Observe all safety procedures and policies and use proper protective equipment (especially eye, ear protection and steel toe shoes/boots, gloves, etc.).
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Technical Certification or Associates Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience in rotating apparatus repair (AC and DC electric motors, pumps, blowers, etc.) preferably in an electric motor shop environment.
• Experience in manual machining of parts and pieces to produce or repair a product.
• Mechanical skills in troubleshooting, electrical theory and understanding of AC and DC motors desired.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office products is ideal.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.
• Must have the ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Flex Spending Account
• 401k with Company match
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Other supplemental insurance benefits
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Company paid training

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

First Shift (Day)