Careers @ Kocsis

We do big-time rewarding work. And you can, too. At Kocsis, we know it takes the right blend of talent, knowledge, service, and experience to tackle the biggest and toughest jobs. Whether you’re a current student, recent graduate, or seasoned professional, there’s a good chance we have an opportunity that’s just right for you.

From CNC machinists, welders, engineers, and assembly technicians; to sales, administration, supply chain, and more, the Kocsis campuses in Alsip, IL, and Northwest Indiana offer numerous positions across our divisions. Discover rewarding work in partnership with a wide variety of industries and harness your individual talents and skills, to build a brighter tomorrow. Check out our manufacturing jobs and available openings to find your fit.

Kocsis is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Kocsis Brothers Machine Company and Kocsis Technologies’ management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. The Company will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee related to an individual’s: physical or mental disability; sincerely held religious beliefs and practices; and/or any other reason required by applicable law, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship upon the Company's business operations.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a 2nd shift CNC/Manual Lathe Machinist, you will be primarily machining large precision parts for various industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The ability to perform setups and machine precise parts efficiently
  • Personal common hand tools and precision measuring instruments
  • Meet production schedules
  • Follow all safety regulations

SKILLS

  • The skill to handle, load, and unload parts using a crane
  • A proficiency at reading drawings
  • Work multiple flexible schedules as needed to meet customer requirements
  • Experience turning parts up to 40” in diameter

EXPERIENCE

  • 5 years’ experience and/or training in a job shop environment
  • High School diploma or GED encouraged but not required
  • Any relevant manufacturing experience

 

TRAITS NEEDED

Candidates should display an exceptional work ethic and either possess or be willing to learn the tasks listed above. Previous job experience requiring a mechanical aptitude, such as an auto mechanic, would be beneficial. Employees hired into this position, who excel at the associated technical skills, will be considered for advancement into machining and/or other assembly positions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a 2nd shift CNC Vertical Lathe Machinist, you will be primarily machining large precision parts from various industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The ability to perform setups and machine large precise parts efficiently.
  • The skill to handle, load, and unload parts up to 10,000 lbs.
  • A proficiency at reading drawings.
  • The ability to make tool offsets and edit programs.
  • The skill to setup tools

SKILLS

  • High level of safety awareness
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Strong attention to detail

EXPERIENCE

  • 5 years’ experience and/or training in a job shop environment
  • High School diploma or GED encouraged but not required
  • Any relevant manufacturing experience

TRAITS NEEDED

Candidates should display an exceptional work ethic and either possess or be willing to learn the tasks listed above. Previous job experience requiring a mechanical aptitude, such as an auto mechanic, would be beneficial.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Kocsis is looking for an experienced CNC Horizontal Machinist to join our growing team. As a CNC Horizontal Machinist, you will be primarily machining small lot, high value-added, large precision parts for various industries. As an employee, you must demonstrate a high regard for safety at all times and will be required to work the hours necessary to support the demand, which will most likely include overtime.

SKILLS

  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience and/or training in a job shop environment.
  • Experience setting up and operating horizontal machining centers.
  • The ability to perform setups and machine large precise parts efficiently.
  • The skill to handle, load, and unload parts up to 4,000 lbs.
  • A proficiency at reading drawings.
  • The ability to make tool offsets and edit programs.
  • The skill to setup tools.

DUTIES

  • Verify revision levels of programs on repeat jobs.
  • Sign off route sheets verifying conformance of parts.
  • Operate machine tool to manufacture parts to print specifications as needed.
  • Inspect machined features and document measurements on inspection report.
  • Communicate with manufacturing engineer regarding blueprint inconsistencies or improvements on job travelers.
  • Communicate and suggest process changes to manufacturing engineer and management.
  • Follow production schedules and communicate suggestions to scheduler regarding deviations to schedules.
  • Notify QC and/or supervisor of non-conforming parts.
  • Assist with job quoting as required.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Kocsis is located in Alsip, IL and offers a series of focused manufacturing services: precision machining, roll refurbishment, and mechanical assembly. Kocsis is equipped with a broad range of state-of-the-art equipment and is committed to continually upgrading and expanding our offerings. We value our employees and are searching for an individual who wants to positively contribute to our company.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Night shift

Who we Are

Kocsis USA® is an industrial technology company built for tomorrow. What began over 50 years ago as a small machine shop in the heartland of America has grown into a global leader in manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance services. Across different markets and industries, we work every day to create a brighter future for our communities, employees, and customers around the world.

What We do

We’re building the future. From steel mill and mineral processing roll refurbishment; to contract machining and assembly; to hydraulic systems, and more, we combine boundless ingenuity and in-depth customer collaborations with our best-in-class workforce to deliver products that are built for tomorrow.

The Role

KOCSIS USA® is looking for an experienced and well-versed Maintenance Manager to join our talented team. The ideal candidate will be constantly assessing the systems in place to ensure that they are both safe and operating efficiently. This candidate will be comfortable managing a team and conducting analysis in order to highlight areas for improvement. This candidate should also be comfortable ensuring necessary utilities are working correctly and possess strong organizational skills in order to keep track of multiple projects at once.. You’ll work as part of a team but will routinely perform work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy and safety while performing your duties.

Responsibilities

  • Proficient in the installation, maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of PLC, compressors, generators, speed increasing/reduction gears, couplings, hydraulics, and shaft alignment a must
  • Escalate any problems early and schedule repairs in order to minimize loss to business
  • Provide leadership to the Resident Maintenance team, directing their job duties, mentoring their development, and providing high-level solutions to challenging technical problems
  • Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs
  • Work with Finance to develop and track budgets
  • Manage third-party contractors
  • Conduct regular assessments and trainings to ensure safety of employees
  • Analyze processes to ensure efficient functioning and perform analysis to make adjustments
  • Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures
  • Implement and audit safety programs and ensure safety procedures are followed
  • Maintain, dismantle, repair, and replace mechanical and hydraulic components (e. g. bearings, seals, details, carriers, etc.) on industrial machinery such as shafting, motors, generators, air compressors, engines, pumps, cylinders, gears, couplings, linkages, ball screws, high speed CNC spindles, coolant systems and filters, and combustion equipment and valves
  • Layout, assemble, fabricate, maintain, and repair piping systems
  • Use various hand or power tools for measuring, cutting, threading, grooving, bending, soldering, assembling, joining, and installing pipes, valves, and fittings
  • Read and interpret blueprints for the mechanical operation and assembly of conveyor systems, material handling systems, robots, and other automation
  • Operate mobile equipment (e.g. forklifts, vertical lifts, cranes)
  • Knowledge of vibration analysis, machine shop operations, precision machinery alignment techniques
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to construction equipment and machinery
  • Move equipment to appropriate site for repair or maintenance to avoid contamination or workplace safety hazards
  • Align and calibrate machinery and equipment parts as required for efficient and safe operation
  • Experience with MiG and Stick welding
  • Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Physical ability to lift to 50 pounds
  • Must be willing to participate in a written test and hands-on interview process

Qualifications/Skills

  • BS - Engineering or Technical Degree. (BS, ME preferred).
  • Experience with industrial controls and electrical and electronic maintenance
  • Work Experience: 5 Years’ Manufacturing Maintenance Management/Leadership
  • Proficient computer skills including MS Office, ERP and CMMS software
  • Schedule flexibility to optimize cross shift communication and interaction with all shift personnel

Travel

  • Will travel from East Chicago IN to Alsip IL locations

Education

  • Advanced plumbing, machining, welding, fabrication, troubleshooting and mechanical skills as demonstrated by the competent performance of four years Journeymen Maintenance responsibilities at PCC or a comparable facility with A millwright training or apprenticeship program preferred

As a CNC Machine Operator, you will be primarily machining large precision parts from various industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The ability to perform setups and machine large precision parts efficiently
  • The skill to handle, load, and unload parts up
  • A proficiency at reading drawings
  • The ability to make tool offsets and edit programs
  • The skill to setup tools

SKILLS

  • High level of safety awareness
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to use and read common inch measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers

EXPERIENCE

  • If you have any relevant manufacturing experience – please send your resume/application
  • If you are a recent graduate – please provide a school diploma and cover letter

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Work in skill valued culture
  • On the job training
  • Health insurance
  • Matching 401K
  • Overtime
  • Paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick days
  • Profit sharing potential
  • Work clothes at no cost
  • And more

KocsisUSA is an equal opportunity employer.

Who we Are:

KOCSIS USA is an industrial technology company built for tomorrow. What began over 50 years ago as a small machine shop in the heartland of America has grown into a global leader in manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance services. Across different markets and industries, we work every day to create a brighter future for our communities, employees, and customers around the world.

What We do:

We’re building the future. From steel mill and mineral processing roll refurbishment; to contract machining and assembly; to hydraulic systems, and more, we combine boundless ingenuity and in-depth customer collaborations with our best-in-class workforce to deliver products that are built for tomorrow.

The Role:

We are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to be a critical member within our engineering team. The Senior Design Engineer will play a vital role in the overall strategy of growth and development within the company. The position will be responsible for supporting all divisions at KOCSIS USA relating to new/existing product design, manufacture, assembly, testing and more. You will have the opportunity to witness firsthand the entire design and development process as engineering, manufacturing, quality, assembly, testing and more is all performed onsite at our facilities.

An ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter willing to work on a vast diversity of projects. When the need arises on the shop floor, the ideal candidate is open and willing to “turn wrenches” as needed for third party testing, quick proof of concept validation, prototype assembly validation, customer in-field troubleshooting, and more.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Design of hydraulics division components and systems
  • Piston accumulators, hydraulic starters, hydraulic start system components, hydraulic starting systems
  • Support contract machining and rolls divisions to develop/improve systems and processes on existing and new projects
  • Apply knowledge of engineering principles and generate engineering documentation including 3D models, drawings, engineering reports, and detailed procedures
  • Provide internal day to day technical support to other Kocsis departments (supply chain, production, quality, etc…)
  • Work and communicate directly with Kocsis manufacturing engineering for new/existing designs being manufactured onsite
  • Provide external technical support to customers/sales
  • Generate validation procedures/tests for new engineering products/engineering changes as needed
  • Review work of lower-level engineering staff
  • Provide guidance and feedback to design engineers and engineering technician as required
  • Convey/document design intent within engineering change orders

Required Qualifications/Skills:

  • Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent major
  • Software: Proficiency w/ Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD software (drawing and modeling environments)
  • 5+ years of design engineering experience
  • GD&T
  • Design for manufacture

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

  • Software: Labview, PLC, FEA
  • Background in hydraulic component and/or system design
  • Ensuring compliance with industry and/or customer specifications
  • Background in submerge arc welding/submerge arc welding systems/auto cladding system
  • Strong background in materials selection (primarily metals and elastomers)

Travel:

  • This position will only require nominal business travel as conditions permit and warrant

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