IFA- North America LLC ยท 1 month ago
Machining Associate
Summerville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIFA- North America LLC is seeking a Machining Associate responsible for production operations to manufacture drive shafts and components. The role involves machine operation, manual loading and unloading, quality data analysis, and compliance with safety and operational standards.
AutomotiveManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Machine operation in auto and manual cycles per the certification and/or work instructions
Manual loading and unloading of production machines and part containers
Use of various gauges to measure product characteristics
Follows established standard operating procedures per the certifications and/or work instructions
Collects, records, and analyzes part quality data as required
Complies with QS 9000 / IATF 16949 requirements
Meets production schedules and targets as defined by the production plan, Supervisor or Line Manager
Assists in machine set-up and conformance to specifications
Acquire training and certification per the Production Coordinator, Supervisor, or Line Manager
Trains, monitors, and assists temps or new hires per the Production Coordinator or Supervisor to acquire certifications and training
All employees are responsible for having an awareness and understanding of IFA North Americas commitment to ISO 140001
Follows defined safety and housekeeping policies
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
CNC Machining experience
Related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Understanding of tolerances limits
Basic understanding of industrial machines and gauges
Familiar with lean production concepts
Knowledge of metric measurement systems
Knowledge of basic mathematics skills including addition, subtractions, multiplication, and division
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to read and write English
Ability to read and understand component drawings
Must be able to walk/move about a 400,000 sq ft manufacturing facility
Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 90% of the time
Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 70% of the time
Must be able to lift up to 30lbs on a frequent basis: 40% of the time
Must be able to lift over 30lbs on an infrequent basis: 15% of the time
Must be able to sit at a work station: 0% of the time
Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the time
Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc
Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferences
Must be able to work with oils/solvents/cleaners
Must be able to work any shift as required including overtime as needed
Company
IFA- North America LLC
IFA, North America is the North American headquarters for one of the world's leading suppliers of drive shafts for the automotive industry.
Founded in 1959
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Brittany Peiffer, SHRM-CP, CPSP
Senior Finance & Human Resources Business Partner
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