**This position will work on 2nd/evening shift.**

 

The Entry Machinist is responsible for the successful operation of machines to produce quality parts for our Tennant products. In this role, you’ll use a variety of tools, mechanical instruments and techniques. If you are mechanically and technically inclined and pay close attention to details, then this is the role for you.

 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

•    Perform at two brush manufacturing work cells
•    Set up and operate machines at a maximum efficiency rate while meeting productivity, quality and safety requirements
•    Inspect parts for conformance using measuring instruments (Pull Force gauge, Tuft weight scale)
•    Fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments
•    Read engineering blueprints, and measuring devices such as caliper, micrometer, and other gauges used in machining
•    Recognize, communicate and document safety concerns

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
•    H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
•    6 months – 2 years machinist experience OR machinist certificate
•    Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

 

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
•    Requires standing 90% of shift
•    Frequent bending, twisting, squatting and lifting with arms extended
•    Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. Average part weighs 5 - 15 lbs.
•    Requires good manual dexterity

 

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:
•    Hearing and vision protection required in all areas
•    Safety shoes required in all areas
•    Exposure to oil, grease, dust, metal particles, sparks, sharp-edged materials

 

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Exposed to hazards/risks that require body protection (gloves, pants, steel toes, sleeves, safety glasses, etc.)
•    quires good manual dexterity