Specialty Operator

Nature & Scope

This person is responsible for the setup and operation of a Rotary Vacuum Forming Machine. The machines and processes include Vacuum Forming, Robotic Trim Cell, pack out and glue applications. Specific tasks include machine set‑up, uptime, change‑over, preventive maintenance, product quality and output, problem solving and troubleshooting. This position requires a person who can effectively support a Lean manufacturing and team‑based production facility through continuous improvement efforts.

They will learn and then apply the tools of Lean, Shop Floor Management, Masco Operating System, and core values of People, Credibility, High Performance Teams, Customer Service and Continuous Improvement – Innovation. A S.O. 5 must be able to perform each essential duty well (accurately, organized, and timely), be customer focused, have a positive attitude, and willing to work overtime.

The candidate should have a desire in continual improvement in themselves and the business processes they work in.

• Perform tasks according to standard work and control plans.
• Machine set‑up and change‑over.
• Operate electro‑mechanical production equipment.
• Produce acceptable quality parts.
• Inspect parts according to product quality requirements.
• Machine output.
• Machine uptime and yield.
• Complete preventive maintenance and machine troubleshooting.
• Measuring and mixing.
• Cleaning equipment.
• Generate ideas and solutions.
• Problem solving using continuous improvement tools.
• Perform housekeeping duties consistent with 5S and visual workplace standards.
• Perform ERGO stretches.
• Work safely while performing job duties.
• Complete hazard observations or observe unsafe actions and report both using Delta’s standard procedures.
• Accept / Reject parts to DS‑500 specifications.

• HS degree or HS equivalency diploma is recommended.
• Prior machine experience is desired.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Willing to work necessary overtime.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Certified in confined spaces, fall protection and other required safety training or willing to achieve certification in all training.
• Able to work independently or with limited supervision.
• Acceptable disciplinary performance – Employees who have received a written warning (first or second) are not eligible for promotions or transfers for a minimum of six months after receiving that warning.
• Acceptable attendance performance – Employees who have six or more points are not eligible for promotions or transfers.
• A human performance evaluation or HPE is an evaluation of a person’s physical ability to do a job. HPE may be required of the applicant or employee to determine if they are physically able to perform different tasks related to skills that are critical for success on the job, such as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

Language Skills
The person should have the ability to read and interpret documents like safety rules, Delta specifications, Standard Work Instructions, job instruction documents, and aspects of Delta’s MPS (Masco Production System), SFM (Shop Floor Management) system, QMS (Quality Management System) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system.

Mathematical Skills
The person must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers and decimals.

Reasoning Ability
The person must have the ability to apply reason and understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. The person must be able to understand basic reports and daily business requirements.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a person to successfully perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties, the person is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. The person is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

If a person has not been working in the job for a period of time, they may be required to…