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Excel Job Openings
as of September 08, 2008

Excel Foundry & Machine

CNC MACHINISTS
CNC machinists have the ability to set up and operate numerically controlled horizontal lathes and/or various numerically controlled mills. Workers perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing, and threading parts for castings, forgings, and bar stock. Applicants who are hired for 2nd or 3rd shift may have the opportunity to move to days due to the continuing growth at Excel and the constant movement of our employees within the machine shop.

FOUNDRY TECHNICIAN 3rd Shift
This position involves assisting other foundry workers with melting metal, pouring metal into molds, removing castings from molds, and dressing castings in a team environment.

MARKETING ASSISTANT
This position involves clerical support for marketing, managing promotional items, proof reading, filing and storage management (must be able to lift 50 lbs.), copy writing and copy preparation, repetitive graphic design tasks, photo storage and archive management, support for trade show preparation and organization, PowerPoint creation, and simple page layout and Photoshop work.  Basic computer skills and experience in similar work is a must.  Knowledge of print purchasing, promotional goods purchasing and apparel purchasing a plus.  Must be very organized and utilize good time management skills.  

PRODUCT PROCESSOR (WAREHOUSE)–1st Shift
This position will perform many miscellaneous jobs in the warehouse including: clean incoming parts for inspection; paint preparation; paint parts; part protection; many other tasks needed.  This person will help assist other areas of the warehouse.  Keep warehouse clean and organized.

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MANUFACTURING (Process) ENGINEER
This position will play a key role in coordinating the activities of new product designs being introduced into manufacturing. Continuous improvements on existing assembly processes will also be a key initiative. Other responsibilities are as follows: Ensure part routers, work orders, tooling, and fixturing are ready for manufacturing. Responsible for the part routers and manufacturing Bill of Materials.  Monitor and track new assemblies being processed through the plant to ensure effectiveness of quality, cost and productivity.  Work with manufacturing personnel to ensure a smooth process. Communicate manufacturing concerns to design engineering group and work closely with design engineering to ensure their master bill of material is correct.  5+ years manufacturing experience and 4 year Engineering Degree preferred.

QUALITY TECHNICIAN (INSPECTOR)
This position involves inspecting incoming parts with many different types of checking methods. Some parts may be very large and require setting up to inspect. Experience in inspection and machining is a plus. Position will require working extra hours and be flexible in hours worked.

QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN

This position will require strong blueprint reading skills, strong writing skills, and computer skills.  A self-motivator and someone who doesn’t have to have detailed supervision is a must.  This person will work closely with purchasing and engineering to share information and create improvement and also support the assembly operation.  Essential functions include, but aren’t limited to: providing support in maintaining quality systems, reviewing and resolving internal quality issues, preparing and submitting quality paperwork, working with other quality staff, engineering and purchasing departments regarding 1st article parts and promoting continuous quality improvements while supporting a 5S mindset.  A minimum of 2 years in the quality assurance environment is a must.  Having an understanding of the processes of PPAP/Gage Certification/SPC knowledge a must.  Must have machine shop experience.  Foundry experience and knowledge of large castings a plus.

TECHNICIAN
This position will build complete crushers and component assemblies.  They will also be responsible for tearing down crushing equipment and installing replacement parts, inspect assemblies for correct form, fit and function.  Must be able to follow scopes of work, bill of materials, and blue prints required to assemble the product, operate cranes, air tools and hand tools.  Must work safely and responsibly and be a part of a team. 

WELDER
The welder will be required to complete all assigned tasks given to them by either the Shop Manager or the OEM Production Manager.  These tasks will be performed on both the Raptor Rock Crushers and the crushers or components being repaired by service.  Must be able to read blue prints and recognize weld symbols and their meanings.  Must be capable of working independently.  Welding experience required, mechanical ability a plus.

"Excel was always good to me. The work was challenging, but rewarding at the same time. I really miss the people and the atmosphere. My co-workers became like family to me."

Phil Bates
Welder (retired)
After 18 Years
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