Job description:
Company Overview
Kett Engineering is a well-established leader in the automotive testing industry with over 60 years of experience. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering high-quality testing, development, and staffing solutions for automotive manufacturers and suppliers.
Background
You will be part of a team at a machine shop that supports various groups in design, fabrication, and maintenance, including inventory management of parts/supplies.
A person who can support R&D projects utilizing the machine shop and support in the maintenance of the machine shop equipment and tools.
General duties and scope of work
Machine Shop:
Fabricate specialty fixtures, jigs, etc. utilizing steel stock, aluminum stock, 80/20, etc..
Perform periodic preventative maintenance / repairs on machine shop equipment.
Maintain shop safety, organization, cleanliness & oversight.
Support training & development for less experienced staff.
Support in creating solutions for project needs.
Inventory Management:
Manage (procure, organize, monitor, etc.) standard shop supplies (i.e., nuts, bolts, washers, shop chemicals, etc.) through established suppliers (i.e., McMaster-Carr, Grainger, etc.)
Monitor shop inventory levels through Kanban system or other established methods.
Research and procure miscellaneous shop supplies, stock inventory & manage invoices.
Maintain good inventory organization, cleanliness & oversight.
Requirements
Skills and Experience:
Minimum 10-year experience in a fabrication shop environment utilizing various machine shop equipment.
Proficient in MIG & TIG for both steel and aluminum.
Working level experience w/CNC operations is a plus.
CAD experience is a plus.
Automotive background (light duty and/or heavy-duty vehicle experience) is a plus.
The ideal candidate would be prepared to display their skill sets through pictures/videos/etc. of current/previous projects.
General Requirements
Eager to learn new skills and methods.
Creativity in finding solutions supporting R&D projects.