_Founded in 1937, R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pa., our dedicated team of over 850 employees supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse. _

Sheppard has the unique ability to meet your needs by designing the best products, manufacturing at the highest quality standards, and delivering strong post-sales support. Our customers benefit from an American company with global presence, fully integrated design, production and service from start to finish.

Whatever your career path – whether it’s product innovation through engineering, working directly with our customers, manufacturing quality products or supporting our business in some other way, Sheppard – a Bendix CVS Company – delivers.

Position Overview:

The primary responsibility of this position is to set-up and operate machines to specified part print tolerances. The individual must be able to follow general machine shop practices while working under moderate supervision. Responsibilities cited below are considered essential job functions:

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to established safety procedures and 5 “ S ” standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain the cycle) required to perform daily duties in this position, including the proper techniques used in lifting/moving of parts
• Use standard inspection equipment or CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) to check parts produced. Inspects parts to operator QCI (Quality Control Instructions) requirements
• Sets up machines using information from process charts to perform various operations on a wide variety of parts, machining same to a tolerance of .0005” or greater
• Responsible for first piece inspection by assuring all print tolerances are held after set up and accurately completes job cards. Fill out SPC (Statistical Process Control) charts and all charts required for the operation
• Changes fixtures, cutting tools and/or inserts grinding wheels within a prescribed guideline and maintains required records as needed
• Lifts/moves work piece weighing up to 70 lbs by utilizing a crane
• Produces parts within tolerances allowed at the production rates assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

• Communication skills, ability to read, write and comprehend instruction
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, walk, reach frequently throughout the workday
• Ability to lift items up to 40 lbs without assistance
• Manual dexterity
• Experience operating manual/powered machines, tools and measuring equipment, i.e. CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) controls
• Knowledge of shop mathematics, including fractions and decimals, and blue print reading

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

General shop and machine tool noise, dirt, grease, and coolants from the operation of machine tools, machines and equipment. Normal working position is standing or walking through the plant. Some repetitive lifting/moving is required, depending on the daily assignment or tasks being performed. The weight can range up to 70 lbs in which proper lifting/moving techniques are required.

Standard shift: Sunday - Thursday: 10pm - 6am Core Hours + OT

Benefits:

Paid Time-Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance with Flexible Spending Account

Free Medical Clinic for Employees and Dependents

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, STD & LTD

Life Assistance Program

401(k)

Required Skills Required Experience

Associate/Vocational/Technical degree and 3-5 years of experience. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.