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Centurion Industries, Inc. Machinist - A-Lert Construction Services in Fredonia, Kansas

Company Information

A-Lert Construction Services , a division of Centurion Industries, Inc., provides heavy industrial construction, maintenance, fabrication and repair services throughout the U.S. in such diverse processing industries as corn and oilseeds, food, meat, chemical, energy cogeneration and biofuels, wood pulp/paper/fiber products, and more. With over 800 employees and eight offices in six states, A-Lert stands ready to serve the needs of industrial clients throughout the U.S.

At A-Lert, we believe our employees are our greatest business asset, and we work hard to help them develop to be their best, to recognize them for their talents, and to provide opportunities to advance their construction career.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Produce machined components to specifications by studying sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information

  • Operate manual engine lathe

  • Maintain equipment by keeping machine and work area clean

  • Maintain continuity between co-workers

  • Use material moving equipment

  • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and precision instruments such as calipers and micrometers

  • Read and interpret shop work instructions and shop procedures

  • Review quality issues with quality assurance, manufacturing support, and engineering to resolve quality issues and take corrective action as required

  • Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work

  • Measure, examine and test completed parts in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

  • Considerable knowledge of raw materials, productions processes and quality control

  • Welding knowledge is a plus

  • Use of both hands to manually move parts and function equipment

  • Must be able to stand, crouch, bend for 8 hour shifts

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion

  • Must be able to see (naturally or with correction)

  • The ability to speak clearly and communicate with others

  • Basic mathematical skills

  • Any machine shop knowledge

  • Knowledge of basic functions of manual lathe

  • Familiarity with lathe tooling

  • Use measuring instruments

  • Proficient in blueprint reading

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Strong attention to detail

    Other Requirements

  • Successfully pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Criminal Background, Physical Exam, Customer Security Check, E-Verify, Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable), other assessments (if applicable)

  • Attendance – Must be available when scheduled for work

  • Must be able to use time effectively and productively

  • Must perform quality, accurate, complete, well-organized, concise, analytical and well-articulated work

  • Must be able to communicate, understand and follow directions

    Pay & Benefits

  • Pay commensurate with experience

  • Comprehensive Group Medical, Rx, Dental, & Vision Coverage

  • Paid Life/AD&D

  • Short Term & Long Term Disability

  • 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match

  • PTO

  • Paid Holidays

  • Flexible Healthcare & Dependent Care Pre-Tax Spending Plans

  • Years of Service Awards

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