Gray’s Specialty Equipment segment offers a comprehensive range of expert services to design, manufacture, integrate, install, and maintain some of the most advanced systems on the market. The Specialty Equipment segment includes Anderson Dahlen, located in Ramsey, MN, and Waconia, MN. Anderson Dahlen delivers end-to-end equipment design-build and contract manufacturing, with precision fabrication – cutting, forming, machining, welding, finishing, and complex assemblies – backed by engineering, integration, and complete process solutions including skids and sanitary platforms tailored to customer applications. Anderson Dahlen is ISO 9001:2015 certified, as well as ASME, AWS, and PED compliant.

The wage range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, certifications, as well as other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $35-$45/hour + 15% shift differential.

Our comprehensive health plan options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, provide our team members with the tools they need for treatment, preventative care, exams, and prescriptions. ADI’s life, disability, and supplemental insurance options provide peace of mind and support to rely on in challenging times. Our team members overseas are offered private health insurance, life insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP).

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

The Machine Shop Lead is responsible for assisting the Machine Shop Manager with the duties of supporting the machine shop personnel in achieving the goals of consistently meeting the quality and timely delivery of products to our internal and external customers.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Must have good knowledge of all aspects of machining.
• Must have the ability to diagnose problems with machining and tooling.
• Must have the ability to interpret blueprints with GD&T
• Must have extensive knowledge of tooling and tooling applications.
• Collaborate with the supervisor to schedule personnel and workload.
• Keeps the supervisor informed of important developments, potential problems, and related information necessary for effective supervision.
• Provides optimum cooperation and complete information to the supervisor and other personnel, relative to projects within his/her assigned group, to ensure on-time and accurate job completion.
• Develops, maintains, and portrays a high degree of professionalism and technical competence within the organization, encouraging excellence through example.
• Make recommendations as required or necessary for new equipment and supplies.
• Functions as a technical resource for the project machining department and, as such, is consistently able to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical personnel and non-technical personnel in an appropriate and understandable manner.
• Keeps up to date on new technology and other advancements relating to Machining.
• The lead will assume the responsibilities on the shop floor when the supervisor is not in the shop.
• Must successfully use any precision inspection measuring equipment, i.e., Micrometers, calipers, inside and outside gauges, and bore gauges.
• Must be well-versed in reading CNC code.
• Must be versed in Mastercam and familiar with SolidWorks software.
• Must be familiar with Haas, Toshiba, and Fanuc Controls
• Must have the ability to assist in the management of the tool room.
• Must have familiarity with the 5S system of organization.
• Must work with vendors to procure custom tooling.
• Must maintain a stock of standard tooling.
• All other duties that are asked by management to be done for the best interest of the company, its customers, and its employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY:

• High school education or equivalent, including additional technical training in an approved machinist program.
• A minimum of 5 years of machining experience.
• Demonstrated shop math skills, knows feeds and speeds, and can develop or improvise tooling.
• Ability to demonstrate strong math skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to relate well to others and gain the respect of co-workers.
• Good communication skills.
• Displays a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The company fosters a manufacturing-type environment. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift/Carry-0-10 lbs. continuously, 11-50 lbs. frequently, 51-100 lbs. never
• Push/Pull-0-25 lbs. continuously, 26-100 lbs. frequently
• Bend- 34-66% during a 10/12-hour shift
• Twist/Turn- 34-66% during a 10/12-hour shift
• Kneel/Squat- 0-33% during a 10/12-hour shift
• Sit- 0-33% during a 10/12-hour shift.
• Stand/Walk- 67-100% during a 10/12-hour shift
• Overhead Reaching- 0-33% during a 10/12-hour shift
• Ladder/Stair- 0-33% during a 10/12-hour shift

EEO DISCLAIMER:

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.