Machine Operator

Nippon Light Metal Georgia, Inc. is part of a comprehensive aluminum manufacturing organization with capabilities ranging from raw materials to fabricated aluminum products. NLMGA supports the manufacture of aluminum automotive components while creating new value for customers through safety, quality, innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The Machine Operator I is responsible for safely operating assigned production equipment while learning NLMGA manufacturing processes, quality requirements, production standards, and work procedures. This is the developing level within the Machine Operator progression and is designed for employees who are building proficiency in assigned production processes.

Under regular direction, the Machine Operator I performs equipment operation, required inspections, production documentation, basic equipment adjustments, and routine troubleshooting within established work instructions. Employees in this position are expected to successfully complete assigned training and progressively demonstrate competency on production equipment and processes.

• SQPCM Objectives: Perform assigned duties while supporting the Company's objectives for Safety, Quality, Production, Cost, and Morale (SQPCM).
• Safety Commitment: Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to safety and take personal responsibility for maintaining a safe work environment.
• Quality Commitment: Produce quality products and services that meet Company and customer expectations.
• Respect: Treat all employees, customers, vendors, and business partners with dignity, professionalism, and respect, regardless of position or circumstance.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Seek better ways of working by questioning existing practices, sharing ideas, solving problems, and supporting continuous improvement.
• Loyalty: Demonstrate commitment to the Company and one another through teamwork, dependability, open communication, and mutual support at all levels of the organization.
• Integrity: Act honestly, ethically, and responsibly; take ownership of actions and decisions; and do what is right even when no one is watching.
• 5S Workplace Standards: Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient work environment by consistently applying the principles of 5S:
  Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain.
• Attendance & Punctuality: Maintain regular and reliable attendance and report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Policies & Procedures: Follow Company policies, procedures, work instructions, and established standards.
• Confidentiality & Professional Conduct: Maintain confidentiality and contribute to a professional workplace free from gossip, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other inappropriate conduct.

• Set up and operate assigned production equipment in accordance with established work instructions, safety requirements, and production standards.
• Follow established production schedules and work assignments to meet production requirements.
• Monitor equipment operation and production output and promptly report abnormalities or deviations.
• Perform basic equipment adjustments and troubleshooting within established work instructions and level of training.
• Notify supervision or Maintenance when equipment problems require additional technical support.
• Successfully complete assigned training and demonstrate competency on designated production equipment and processes.
• Operate production equipment, measuring devices, and shop tools required for the assigned work area.

• Perform required pre-operational, in-process, and end-of-shift inspections in accordance with established work…