What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.

Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

• Coordinates the assignments of operators/machinists to ensure efficient production and assists supervision in the planning of manufacturing processes and improvements.
• Assist with administrative tasks as directed and provide feedback to supervisor relating to performance of team members and/or equipment.
• Performs routine operations of assigned machine(s), including but not limited to start-up/shutdown and operation of equipment.
• Monitors machine performance regarding quality output and quality of parts produced using standard inspection instruments.
• Responsible for training new employees in set-up, operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Update, develop and troubleshoot machine programs and tooling problems and correct as necessary to maintain production.
• Provide group leadership in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, cost, production and compliance to ISO: 9001:2000 and AS9100 quality standards.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• Assist in providing input to team members’ annual performance review.
• Stay current on new/improved machining methods, CNC program enhancements and state-of-the-art tools.
• Embrace ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
• Support company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.  Vocational technical certification is preferred.
• Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be familiar with CNC machine tools and functions, programming and editing lathe and/or milling machines.​
• Must be familiar with all phases of metal fabrication, assembly and equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures including lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including basic trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• Experience using MRP system (SAP) desired.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including coaching, mentoring, and developing employees; fostering positive and productive working relationships; effectively managing team performance; and utilizing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust, collaborate across teams, manage relationships effectively, and create a positive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Medical - 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible spending accounts

• Company paid life and disability insurance

• 401 K w/ company match

• Time off Benefits

• Pay range: $34-$39 commensurate with experience + Bonus plan

• And much more!

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