Production Machinist
Alliance Wheel Services (AWS) is a reconditioner and assembler of freight car railroad wheelsets located in Washington, IL. AWS is seeking Production Machinists to join our highly skilled and experienced workforce who share our commitment to Quality and will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. This is a physical, steadily-paced position that involves continual pushing, pulling, lifting, lowering and sliding products that typically weigh 50 - 130 lbs. The ideal candidate will be willing to work 2nd shift, if needed, and work overtime and weekends during our peak season or as needed from time to time to meet production requirements. We are accepting applications for several positions at our Washington, IL facility.
Hourly Pay Rate:
Starting pay rate ($18-$22) based on years of experience. Negotiable for individuals who are considered to be we qualified production machinists with several years of experience.
Essential Functions:
- Understand & comply with the quality program of the Association of American Railroads and AWS
- Communicate well with department supervisors
- Willingness to be cross-trained for other departments
- Physically capable of squatting, stooping, twisting and turning while transferring product from pallet to machine or machine to pallet
- Work safely with production equipment (knowing how to read a micrometer is a plus)
- Pay close attention to detail to identify maintenance, product or operations issues
- Able to work well with hands to take sensitive measurements using sophisticated devices
- Work well with other team members
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
Qualifications Required Of This Position:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Basic math skills
- Basic computer skills
- Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, group term life insurance, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO); SIMPLE IRA with a company matching contribution; uniform cleaning service.
To receive full consideration for this position, please submit a resume or work history with your application.
Related keywords: machinist, cnc machinist, machine operator, manufacturing, cnc, manual machinist
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Typical end time:
Typical start time:
This Job Is:
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
