Careers at Gem Chain Bar

We're currently hiring for Metal Product Finisher/Powder Coat Technician, CNC Machine Operator, and Waterjet Operator.

You can apply online click here or your resume and/or application can be delivered on-site or by email to melisa@gemchainbar.com.

Applications are found in Word and Adobe below the last position listed.

Metal Product Finisher / Powder Coat Technician Position
We are looking to fill a full time Metal Product Finisher/Powder Coat Technician position working Tuesday-Friday 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Metal finishing and powder coating experience is preferred but not required, training is provided. Pay depends on experience starting between $14-16 per hour and includes Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, and Retirement Benefits.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Metal Product Finisher / Powder Coat Technician to join our team. This position will be responsible for assisting in the production and assembly of various products. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with various tools and equipment. 

Responsibilities:

Metal Product Finisher
- Perform product assembly and testing according to specifications
- Utilize hand tools, machinery, and equipment for production tasks
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Metal preparation work such as sanding, sand blasting, grinding, drilling, grooving, edging and other operations to bring parts into tolerance and prepare for coating
- Perform production spray powder painting or dip operations involving liquid anti-rust of metal products requiring finishes
- Assemble final products by riveting pieces together to meet with specified tolerances
- Weld pieces into final products, weld parts to finish product
- Measure parts for quality based on quality management procedures and requirements
- Log production parts and processes into quality and inventory control systems 

Powder Coat Technician
- Operate electrostatic powder spray gun and related equipment
- Determine appropriate preparation of surfaces and application of powder coating
- Perform surface prep, masking, and plugging
- Inspect parts for quality/defects before and after coating
- Operate cure oven
- Operate controls and functions of powder coating equipment
- Clean, maintain, and store tools and powder coating equipment
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols
- Perform preventive maintenance on powder coating equipment
- Ensure quality control sign off and inspection are complete
- Interpret technical documentation to determine correct paint application and surface finish
- Determine appropriate preparation of surfaces and application of paint
- Log production parts and processes into quality and inventory control systems 

Experience:
- Prior experience in welding, metal working, or related fields is preferred
- Proficiency in using hand tools and machinery
- Proficiency in final finishing on metal products using hand tools and power tools
- Knowledge of metal finishing techniques
- Knowledge of powder coat application and curing
- Mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting and maintenance tasks

Apply Online - click here
(Applications are found in Word and Adobe below the last position listed.)

CNC Machine Operator Position

We are looking to fill a CNC Operator Position working Tuesday-Friday 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. Experience is preferred but training is available. Pay depends on experience between $14-18 per hour, or more for advanced CNC experience, and includes Health Insurance, Paid Vacation and Retirement Benefits.


You can apply in person or email your resume or application to melisa@gemchainbar.com. Applications are available below or at the office: 93 Hwy 95 N, Grangeville, ID 83530.


Overview
We are seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing facility and operating CNC machines.


Duties:
- Operate and maintain CNC machines such as milling machines and lathes
- Preparing and operating CNC machines to perform milling and turning operations
- Work with logic controllers to program machines for production
- Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large numbers of parts

- Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
- Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
- Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality
- Log production parts and processes into quality and inventory control systems


Requirements:
- Experience in operating CNC machines in a manufacturing setting
- Familiarity with precision measuring instruments and hand tools
- Ability to read blueprints and work instructions
- Proficiency in using logic controllers for machine programming
- Knowledge of materials handling and forklift operation is a plus

Apply Online - click here
(Applications are found in Word and Adobe below the last position listed.)

Waterjet Operator Position

We are seeking a Water Jet Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment used to cut metal with water and garnet. Schedule is Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

 

Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain, trouble shoot and repair Water Jet Gantry and Pump systems

- Use precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet specifications

- Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machine

- Perform basic math calculations to verify dimensions and quantities

- Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large numbers of parts
- Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
- Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
- Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality
- Log production parts and processes into quality and inventory control systems
- Maintain, trouble shoot and repair vibratory systems
- Keep inventory of consumable and repair parts
- Keep department area clean and cut up scrap for recycling
- Finish parts as appropriate – rotate parts through vibratories, ream parts, remove burrs from parts, etc.

 

Skills:
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining hydraulic, gantry and pump equipment
- Knowledge of CNC table operating (plasma, saw, water, etc.)

- Knowledge of metal working and machine setups
- Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with colleagues
- Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures

- Familiarity with precision measuring instruments and hand tools
- Ability to read blueprints and work instructions
- Proficiency in using logic controllers for machine programming
- Knowledge of materials handling and forklift operation is a plus

 

Apply Online - click here
(Applications are found in Word and Adobe below the last position listed.)
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Gem Chain Bar Employment Application - WORD FORMAT


Check out this video from our collaboration with Idaho PTECH and NIMM showing today's youth what careers in our industry are like.  It is a good illustration from three companies, Gem Chain Bar, Clearwater Hydraulics and Hillco Technologies, showing the different types of jobs and skills that can be learned in metal manufacturing and how they are relevant across many different industries.

Gem Chain Bar offers career opportunities in manufacturing that include training programs, health benefits, vacation pay and competitive wages.  As a growing company dedicated to quality and precision manufacturing, GEM has recently developed a National Registered Apprenticeship Program.  This program allows GEM employees to become a Journeyworker CNC Operator - Milling and Turning.

The apprenticeship program is registered with the US Department of Labor and certified by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS).  Apprentices are employed and trained at GEM Chain Bar utilizing the NIMS curriculum Precision Machining Technology.  Once training is completed, the CNC Operator Journeyworker status is nationally recorded with the US Department of Labor.

Still in High School?  GEM currently has a School To Registered Apprenticeship Program agreement with Grangeville High School.  Students, who are 16 years of age or older, are encouraged to submit an application to GEM.  If you or your school is interested in our training program or employment, please contact our Apprenticeship Coordinator - Melisa Kaschmitter at (208) 983-0203 or melisa@gemchainbar.com.

Advanced, Precision CNC & Robotic Machining

National Registered Apprenticeship Program

CNC Operator – Milling and Turning

Training Certified by:
National Institute of Metalworking Skills

Accredited & Nationally Recognized by:
US Department of Labor

Classroom, Hands-on, Online Training:
Precision Machining Technology Course

On-the-Job Training:
Employment at Gem Chain Bar

Nationally Recognized:
Journeyworker CNC Operator