Machine Operator

Summary: The Machine Operator is responsible for the set up and operations of the CNC lathes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

§ Set-ups/ starts various machines or systems specific to the product line and customer demand

§ Reviews and verifies the current MWF part and process sheets for the part to be processed to ensure accuracy

§ Changes or replace tools as needed

§ Safely clears robot jams and faults

§ Preforms periodic quality checks and specified on the MWF part print and inform the supervisor of and out of spec readings

§ Monitors calibration dates on all gages and indicators

§ Loads or unloads conveyors as needed 

§ Manually checks parts for visual defects

§ Marks any required symbols or designations on the parts

§ Periodically performs spline checks for specifications using gages

§ Places non-conforming parts or scrap pieces on the designated pallets

§ Tags or marks non-conforming parts/scrap with the appropriate discrepancy and/or enter information on an Itemized Scrap List

§ Reports all discrepancies to the supervisors.

§ Stocks water, coolant, change filters, and lubricates unit as required.

§ Print tags as required per the work instructions. 

§ Watches for visual defects at any operation in the cell and report all issues to the foreman supervisor.

§ Maintains part number and heat code integrity.

§ Follows and supports scrap product procedures and non-conforming product procedures

§ Fills out and return all paperwork required for all duties performed on each shift, such as time tickets, scrap sheets, downtime log, etc. 

§ Maintains coverage through lunches, breaks and shift changes. 

§ Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment. 

§ Follows all safety and plant rules and regulations.

§ Performs other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:   

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:   

§ High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. 

§ One to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred. 

Key Competencies

Communication Skills:   

§ Ability to read and write simple instructions and short correspondence, and memos. 

§ Ability to effectively report relevant data and job specific information as needed.

Mathematical Skills:   

§ Ability to perform basic mathematics.

Computer Skills: 

· Ability to navigate basic technology including but not limited to the use of digital self-service platforms, time clocks and other systems where applicable.  

Additional Preferred Skills and experience:  

· Previous experience in a manufacturing environment or a strong mechanical aptitude

· Experience using tape measure, dial indicators, length gages, scale/rule, roll stand, micrometers, calipers, gages, computer.

· Experience operating a crane, pneumatic tools, saws, polishers, hand tools, robots.  

· Must have a good mechanical aptitude 

· Required to use the 2-way radio and exhibit good communication skills.

What we offer:

· Payrate: $24.50/hour - $26.50/hour

· Full-Time employment

· Shift Premiums: 2nd shift ($1.10/per hour), 3rd shift ($1.00/per hour)

· Unionized facility with a probationary period of 696 working hours (approximately 4 months)

· Benefits Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, AD & D Life insurance) bolded benefits are company paid.

· 401k Company Match

· Time Off:

o PTO without a waiting period 

Physical Demands: 

§ Stand, walk, puch, pull squat, bend and reach during shifts

§ Use carts, dollies, cranes and jacks to transport material if needed

§ Tolerate potentially extreme temperature fluctuations impacted by weather an machinery

§ Acclimate to high noise and vibration levels in workspaces

§ Wear and adhere to all PPE guidelines including hard hats, protective eye wear, er plugs and approved footwear with metatarsal and steel to safeguards

§ Ability to lift up to 40lbs 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.