Blacksmith

at Harrington Hoists Inc in

South Holland, Illinois, United States Job Description Title:

Blacksmith Category:

Regular Full-Time Job Class:

Direct Labor Location:

South Holland, IL, US Requsition ID:

2060 Salary_

Range:

$25.00 To $34.00

Hourly Description:

JOB TITLE

BLACKSMITH Non-Exempt Position

REPORTS TO

Production Supervisor / Plant Manager

DEPARTMENT

Machine Shop

BASIC FUNCTION

Heats steel, bending material to varying degrees using a variety of manual and automated equipment.

GENERAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Measure completed product to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers. Utilize Di-Acro and Pedrick and hydraulic presses to accomplish tasks more efficiently. Regularly stand, walk, twist, push and pull. Examine completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws. Read work orders to determine quantity and specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances. Load metal pieces of material into dies or bending tools. Clean and lubricate machines. Position, align, and secure workpieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies. Interpret complex blueprints, sketches, and other specifications before starting any forging process. Heat metal pieces in forges or furnaces until hot enough to use hammers, tongs, and other tools to bend, cut, and shape the heated metal. Apply various methods to harden or temper metal pieces, altering their physical properties as needed. Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions. Inspect finished products to ensure they meet required specifications and quality standards. Repair or replace defective or worn-out industrial components. Maintaining and ensuring proper operation of blacksmithing tools and equipment. Set up and operate Armada and Marvel saws to cut metal and other materials. Select and install saw blades and other attachments according to specifications. File, grind, and smooth rough edges and surfaces. Perform other duties as assigned or required by company management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or acceptable equivalent. Knowledge of basic computer skills. Good communication skills. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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