Machine Operator

SUMMARY

• Tends fabricating machines such as cutoff saws, shears, spot welders, forming machines and machines that punch, cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and coils with a goal of zero defects. This position may require overtime to include weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads job specifications, part prints, operator instructions and SPC control charts provided in the production kit to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Positions workpiece against stops or aligns layout marks with guide.
• Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Completes statistical process control (SPC) charts in accordance with in-process inspection instructions using instruments such as micrometers, calipers and tape measures to check parts.
• Shuts down operation if process varies outside of SPC control limits and notifies team leader and/or quality assurance personnel.
• Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
• Complies with all safety procedures per Company Safety Manual and utilizes machine safety devices. Shuts down machinery and does not operate if job is unsafe.
• Accurately completes all shop floor paperwork including production release, routing sheets, container identification labels and time sheets.
• Communicates with material handler, set-up personnel and Team Leader as necessary to insure availability of proper tools and materials to complete job.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities, and also able to work in a team environment.
• If running automatic press operation, stacks parts, makes boxes, performs quality checks or assists secondary press operators, whenever possible, in any other way that will improve production.
• May work in other areas of either plant based on production requirements.
• May be required to work off shifts as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA, 7 Paid Holidays, Vacation, 401k Traditional & Roth, quarterly and annual attendance awards, and Tuition Reimbursement program.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. Previous experience in manufacturing environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPANY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

• Is trained in and follows Company safety policies and procedures and participates in the Continuous Improvement and Corrective Action programs.

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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.