Machine Operator ; 2nd Shift

Machine Operator I (2nd Shift) Job

This is an entry level position under the direction of the Production Supervisor. A Machine Operator I work with frequent guidance from senior personnel within established procedures within the functional area of the metals or felt value stream. Responsible for the safe set up and operation of production machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Clocks to and perform transactions in Shop-Trak; providing updates status on projects, material moves, and scrap for all operations

Load, unload, receive, and store raw materials and supplies

Prepare machines to start a production cycle٫ performing calibration٫ cleaning and other activities efficiently IAW quality standards and established safety procedures

Use computer aided manufacturing programs to monitors, controls, and adjusts machine settings while operating machinery and/or equipment, according to specifications

Perform periodic checks on machinery and/or equipment and solve problems as detected, trouble shoot issues that occur during shift, and maintain operator logs

Completes work as required to meet production and schedule requirements

Performs minor repairs and routine preventative maintenance on machines to include cleaning scrap trays and filters

Assist peers and/or cross train on other machines/equipment as needed

Works with peers to Identify product defects and report necessary nonconformances to Supervisor, and/or Quality Inspector

Works with peers to coordinate movement parts and/or products to the next step operation

Follows safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as required

Maintains equipment and work areas; cleans and performs basic repairs as needed

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain machinery effectively

Basic arithmetic and computer skills

Comfortable using hand tooling and basic measuring equipment, tolerances are key

Understand oral and written instructions with ability to learn quickly, meet deadlines, and maintain equipment

Communication and people skills; team player willing to learn

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (i.e., ability to wear required PPE, work in a dusty, hot, non-climate-controlled environment; with stairs, frequent walking, standing and occasional lifting of material)

Ability to work off shift hours in support of plant initiatives

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in core production roles within 90 days of hire

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Knowledge of G-Code (May be required based on position)

Must be able to work 2nd shift (1:30pm-10:00pm)

Physical and Mental Demands The physical requirements 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 required to:

Regularly required to talk or hear

Regularly stand, walk, and may sit for extended periods of time

Regularly use hand-eye coordination, grasp, manipulate, and reach with hands and arms

Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions

Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds using mechanical equipment

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Due to the open environment of the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential…