Zero-Max is a manufacturer of high-quality mechanical components which are used in machines in numerous industries around the world. For over seventy-five years, Zero-Max has earned a reputation for delivering high quality, customizable, premium products that improve customer results. We hire highly motivated and talented people who are committed to being responsive, to conducting business with honesty and integrity, and to holding themselves accountable to our customers and each other.
Our Core Values:
1. Provide best in class service and solutions
2. Hold ourselves accountable
3. Do the right thing
Located on scenic grounds in Plymouth, MN, all positions are in a completely remodeled, clean, and climate-controlled production facility. We are dedicated to offering competitive benefits and pay, including:
Robust health, dental, and vision plans401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing planCompany-wide bonus programGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employer paid disability insuranceOne weekday shift Monday through Friday 6:30am to 3:00pm.Clean, safe, climate controlled, low noise shop environmentHealthy work/life balanceAlways a proper tool for the jobA culture of continuous improvementOther fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies!Zero-Max is currently recruiting for a Shipping Coordinator responsible for verifying and keeping record on outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties, and other tasks appropriate to typical shipping department functions as directed by the production supervisor
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Enters shipment data into freight carrier’s computer system for tracking and label purposes Pulls required inventory and packages product in suitable container for shipmentPackages product to prevent damage in shipmentExamine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.Determines method of shipment.Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons and/or adds identifying shipping information on cartons.Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.Operates power lift truck or uses pallet jack to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area.Must work closely with Customer Service, Production Control and Assembly departments to ensure timely deliveries.Communicate with freight companies when loads are ready as well as pick up status.Assists with assembling products as needed.Demonstrates our core values of provide best in class service and solutions, hold ourselves accountable, and do the right thingEssential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High school diploma or GED preferredSix months shipping experience in a manufacturing or similar environment preferredExperience operating a forkliftKnowledgeable in MS Office, and experience with ERP systems – Epicor preferredEffective writing and communication skillsGood mathematical skillsAbility to use sound judgment and prioritize tasksWork closely with all levels of staff focusing on shipping and production dutiesPhysical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed in a climate-controlled warehouse environmentThe employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and armsThe employee may frequently be required to stand the entire shiftThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Operate fork truck to move, stack, load and unload materialsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focusZero-Max is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. – M/F/Veteran/DisabilitySummary
Zero-Max, Inc., a trusted leader for over 75 years specializes in the manufacturing of motion control and power transmission components. Our product offerings include Composite Disc Couplings, Servo Couplings, Offset Couplings, Torque Limiters, Right Angle Gear Drives, Linear Actuators, and Mechanical Variable Speed Drives. We deliver both off-the-shelf standard products and entirely custom designs tailored to specific application requirements. Our team is dedicated to providing innovative and reliable solutions to meet diverse engineering needs.
Our Core Values:
1. Provide best in class service and solutions
2. Do the right thing
3. Hold ourselves accountable
Zero-Max is a newly renovated office and manufacturing facility located on scenic grounds in Plymouth, MN. We are proud of our employees’ years of service and are dedicated to offering competitive benefits and pay, including:
Robust health, dental, and vision plans401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing planGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidaysEmployer paid disability insuranceTraining, mentorship, and coaching from leadershipHealthy work/life balanceOther fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies!Zero-Max is currently recruiting for a Maintenance and Tool Room Manager is responsible for all building and equipment improvements and maintenance. Designs, builds, and maintains required tooling and fixtures for production machining of all Zero-Max products; manages Tool Room and Maintenance employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Machine Shop
Plan, coordinate, and schedule all preventative maintenance and repair activitiesAnalyze, diagnose, and repair CNC equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systemsPlan and oversee all installation activitiesAnalyze and diagnose machining and tooling issuesOversee and support TIG welding of productsPerform TIG welding in absence of welderEnsure that safety program and initiatives are followed and recommend changes to ensure safetyTool Room
Design and build tools and fixtures for production machining Coordinate the machining and construction of tools, gauges, fixtures, etc.Check tools to ensure that precision standards are met.Requisition of the purchase of small tooling requirements.Oversee critical spare part stock and orders components as necessaryFacilities
Conduct regular inspections of facilities to detect and resolve problemsManage relationships with contractors and service providersPartner with leadership and assist with all shop and office projectsCommunicate openly with leadership team and inform them of potential problems and/or solutionsSupervisory Responsibilities
Provide overall supervision of Tool Room and Maintenance employeesResponsible for all aspects of performance management including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning and directing work in addition to appraising performance, resolving problems, and acting on opportunitiesDemonstrate our core values of best-in-class service and solutions, hold ourselves accountable, and do the right thingJOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and proven success of preventive maintenance practices in a machining environment.Ability to troubleshoot issues and coordinate timely solutionsAbility to manage multiple prioritiesSkill in maintaining accurate records, logs, and documentationAbility to work independently and make sound decisionsStrong customer service focus when working with employees at all levels and areas of the building, and vendorsStrong communication skills at all levelsAbility to foster a safe and positive environmentStrong organizational skillsProject management skillsContract management skills for overseeing vendor agreementsExperience supervising staffAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plain and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School or equivalent required; with some appropriate post-secondary related education Eight to ten years of general machine shop experience including welding, and/or three to five years of tool & die experience, and/or three to five years maintenance experience. Three to five years supervisory experience.Must have experience maintaining CNC Mills and Lathes.ERP experience; Epicor a plusMicrosoft Office experiencePHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical of a Manufacturing Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tool, or controls; and talk or hear.Required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Zero-Max is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. – Veteran/Disability
Summary
Zero-Max continues to be a trusted and leading manufacturer of high-quality mechanical components which are used in machines in numerous industries around the world. For over 75 years, Zero-Max has earned a reputation for delivering high quality, customizable, premium products that improve customer results. We have a highly motivated and talented team that is committed to being responsive, conducts business with honesty and integrity, and holds themselves accountable to our customers and each other.
Our Core Values:
1. Provide best in class service and solutions
2. Do the right thing
3. Hold ourselves accountable
Zero-Max is a newly renovated office and manufacturing facility located on scenic grounds in Plymouth, MN. We are proud of our employees’ years of service and are dedicated to offering competitive benefits and pay, including:
Robust health, dental, and vision plans401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing planGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employer paid disability insuranceTraining, mentorship, and coaching from leadershipHealthy work/life balanceOther fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies!Zero-Max is currently recruiting for a Machinist 2 who will be responsible for the set-up and operation of one or more machine tools with the experience level to be proficient with little supervision
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Sets-up machineOperates machineMaintains current set-up sheets and program filesInstructs less skilled operatorsPerforms finishing work such as deburring, parts washing, etc.Maintains a clean and safe workplaceEducation/Qualifications
Requires education generally equivalent to an associate degree in Machining with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience with general machine shop equipment; or a combination of relevant education and experience.Required Skill
Proficient using general measuring instruments and some speed and feed calculationsAbility to efficiently and successfully perform basic machine setupsPhysical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee is regularly required to standFrequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and armsOccasionally required to walk and talk or hearMust regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusZero-Max is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status – M/F/Veteran/Disability
Summary
Zero-Max continues to be a trusted and leading manufacturer of high-quality mechanical components which are used in machines in numerous industries around the world. For over 75 years, Zero-Max has earned a reputation for delivering high quality, customizable, premium products that improve customer results. We have a highly motivated and talented team that is committed to being responsive, conducts business with honesty and integrity, and holds themselves accountable to our customers and each other.
Our Core Values:
1. Provide best in class service and solutions
2. Do the right thing
3. Hold ourselves accountable
Zero-Max is a newly renovated office and manufacturing facility located on scenic grounds in Plymouth, MN. We are proud of our employees’ years of service and are dedicated to offering competitive benefits and pay, including:
Robust health, dental, and vision plans401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing planGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employer paid Long-term disability insuranceTraining, mentorship, and coaching from leadershipHealthy work/life balanceOther fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies!Zero-Max is currently recruiting for a Machinist 3 who will be responsible for the set-up and operation of multiple, complex machines with little or no supervision. Instructs less skilled machinists. This is the top-level machinist position. Employees at this level should be highly proficient with all less complex machines in the shop.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Education/Experience
Associate or technical degree in Machining and 5-7 years’ experience with equipment of a complex nature; or 8-10 years’ experience with equipment of a complex nature; or a combination of education and experience.Required Skills
Must be highly proficient at set-up, operation, determining tooling, process sequences, speeds and feeds, shop mathematics, and thorough on inspection of parts and instruction to others. Programming is not a prerequisite for this position but is a plus.Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly required to standFrequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel with hands and armsMust occasionally walk and talk or hearMust regularly lift and/or move up to 10 poundsOccasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusZero-Max is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status – M/F/Veteran/Disability
