CAREERS

Description:

General Job Description:

• Perform a variety of activities in support of the facility including floor scrubbing, restroom / office cleaning, trash removal, yard clean-up, and snow removal.
• Remove and dispose of metal chips from the production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on the production equipment such as cleaning the machine, changing the metalworking fluids, and cleaning the sumps and tanks.
• Assist with light maintenance duties such as restocking supplies, changing light bulbs and cleaning roof drains.
• Operate the sump sucker and the recycling system for maintaining the metalworking fluids in the production equipment.
• Assist with cleaning all of the production equipment.
• Perform janitorial tasks as required.
• Utilize fork lifts and scissor lifts to perform maintenance tasks.
• Read and interpret work orders to perform required maintenance tasks.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly.
• Perform other general shop duties or assist other departments as business demands require. 
• Conduct & document various facility inspections not limited to fire extinguishers, life safety equipment and fork lifts.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on HVAC units within the facility as well as rooftop units.
• Promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.
• Promote and ensure a safe working environment by demonstrating consistent adherence to Beck safety policies.

Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent is required.

Experience & Other Requirements:

• 1 - 2 years of Beck maintenance experience or 3 – 4 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with operating powered industrial trucks helpful.
• Must be able to work with sketches, oral, or written instructions with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Proficient with operating a variety of powered industrial trucks.
• Must have the skills, ability, and desire to serve as a mentor for maintenance personnel as needed. 
• Regular attendance and daily punctuality are necessary for performing the job.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Must have proven professional qualities including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire and ability to work effectively as a member of various work teams.
• Possess a working knowledge and the ability to apply the concepts of Lean Manufacturing to achieve continuous production improvements.
• Must be able to speak, write, and read English and interpret documents such as safety guidelines, method sheets, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Work overtime as needed when business demands require.
• Must possess basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety toed shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, and respirators.

Advancement Path:

• Maintenance Helper A or Plant Maintenance C

Location: Newtown, PA

Description:

General Job Description:

• Responsible for developing and maintaining effective and efficient manufacturing processes to support the Machine Shop and Assembly Shop with machining and assembly of a wide variety of components and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Generate machining programs for CNC machining centers including turning, milling, grinding, and gear shaping.
• Select and specify tooling packages for all machine shop operations.
• Review existing manufacturing processes and develop new manufacturing methods to keep our manufacturing capabilities current and optimized.
• Perform job costing analysis and ensure cost effectiveness of manufacturing.
• Perform time and motion analysis studies.
• Recommend capital equipment and lead a team effort to research, prepare, and present cost / benefit analysis.
• Initiate and lead long term planning for future projects and technologies.
• Mentor Manufacturing Engineering and ship personnel as required.
• Support efforts and projects of peer Manufacturing Engineers as required.
• Work closely with Design Engineering to review new product concepts and designs for manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot production floor issues effectively and timely.
• Provide technical support to outside machining and assembly suppliers as required.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies and manufacturing practices to increase company efficiencies.
• This position will require daily interaction with other departments and outside suppliers in support of operations.

Requirements:

Education:

• Four year bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Experience & Other Requirements:

• 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• In-depth experience designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling CAD software.
• Proficient developing CNC programs using Mastercam or equivalent CAM software.
• Highly experienced user of Microsoft Office Suite to create documentation, spreadsheets, and databases to support Manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience developing machining processes for aluminum and ductile castings and a variety of alloy steels.
• In-depth knowledge of typical inspection gages, CMM’s, and inspection methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing methods, fabrication processes, heat treating, welding, and machine operation.
• Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and SPC concepts.
• Proficient in geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Must possess excellent attention and respect for detail.
• Proven professional qualities including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire / ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.
• Promote and ensure a safe working environment by demonstrating consistent adherence to Beck safety policies.
• Predictable and reliable attendance is required

Physical Requirements:

• Office environment requiring ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone.
• Use keyboard and read from computer, screen and reports.
• Work environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection.

Advancement Path:

• Senior Manufacturing Engineer
• Shop Supervision

Location: Newtown, PA

Description:

General Job Description:

• Perform deburring, sandblasting, phosphatizing, paint preparation; prime and finish paint various Beck components and actuators.
• Properly clean and maintain all paint system components on a daily basis, and according to established maintenance intervals.
• Ensure accuracy, revision level and validity of production documentation and inspection tools prior to starting a job.
• Ability to analyze and resolve challenging painting problems, and recommend process and tooling improvements.
• Maintain correct daily labor time recording and accurate entries on applicable manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion and perform basic preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Perform other general shop duties or assist other departments as business demands require. 
• Maintain all safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.
• Ensure personal safety and the safety of others by consistently adhering to all Beck safety policies.

Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent is required.
• 2 year technical school degree or Completion of an Apprenticeship Program is preferred.

Experience & Other Requirements:

• Must have a thorough knowledge of deburring, sandblasting, phosphatizing, and paint preparation processes and be proficient in the setup of this equipment without supervision or guidance.
• Must have an advanced understanding of prime and finish painting procedures and be proficient in the setup of paint application equipment without supervision or guidance.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of all daily paint system cleaning requirements.
• Must be able to work from oral or written instructions without supervision and guidance.
• Must have the skills, ability, and desire to train others as requested. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Must have proven professional qualities including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire and ability to work effectively as a member of various work teams.
• Possess a working knowledge and the ability to apply the concepts of Lean Manufacturing to achieve continuous production improvements.
• Must be able to speak, write, and read English and interpret documents such as safety guidelines, method sheets, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Regular attendance and daily punctuality are necessary for performing the job.
• Work overtime as needed when business demands require.
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Predictable and reliable attendance is required

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirators.\
• Must pass respirator clearance exam 

Advancement Path:

• Machinist Trainee

Location: Newtown, PA