Machinist/Fabricator

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers.  We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.

Our goal is to transform the sweetener category from commoditized ingredients to a destination that unleashed shopper’s potential for better, healthier baking and beverages.  We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package; Benefits eligible first day.  Come grow with us.

This role is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana, not a remote opportunity. 

Scope: 

The R.A.M. Team Tech. /Machinist 

Uses technical expertise and extreme attention to detail to complete all assignments. Works with manual lathe and mill to repair, modify and proto-type parts for production facility. Works in fab shop as a fabricator. Also works hands on with rigging and electrical teams to complete all assigned tasks. Always ensures the highest levels of craftsmanship and quality are maintained. This role is for Heartland’s Reliable Asset Management shop (R.A.M. Team). 

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Bridgeport-style milling machines and other manual machine tools to fabricate precision parts from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set up, machine, and inspect components while maintaining tight tolerances and high-quality workmanship.
• Perform layout, drilling, boring, tapping, fabrication to support equipment repairs and new projects.
• Knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining. Machining and technical experience to fabricate difficult parts.
• Install large industrial equipment. Rigging experience is a plus!
• Selects the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of work.
• Aid in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of equipment in the entire plant.
• Conducts him/herself to the highest professional standards of quality and craftsmanship.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area and ensure machine tools are properly maintained and in good working condition.
• All other duties and projects assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with Bridgeport style mill and lathe.
• Ability to read and decipher schematics, blueprints, mechanical drawings, general assembly drawings and P&ID drawings. 
• Ability to use mechanical and digital measuring instruments with extreme precision and accuracy.
• Experience with fabricating parts within OEM specifications, familiarity with equipment typically found in a manufacturing setting (including pumps, valves, motors, gear boxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, etc.).
• Must be able to work in high elevation. Can not be afraid of heights
• Must be able to work in harsh environments. Cold, hot, dusty, windy, load confined spaces, etc.
• Must have ability to effectively communicate in English both written and verbally.
• Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
• Must have strong critical thinking and technical troubleshooting abilities
• High sense of urgency and customer support 
• Must have good job performance and attendance records 
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid US passport
• Must be able to travel 

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions 
• Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend 
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records 
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.
• Lifting up to 75 pounds 

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