Machine Operator II

In addition to Machine Operator I tasks, responsible for performing more complex production-related packaging and labeling tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operates a wide range of more complex equipment, which includes, but not limited to:
All Fill 205/305A Piston Filler, AST 5/55 Gallon Pump, AST Twin Piston Filler, Freeman, Minister, Notron Piston Inserter, Preco, Standard Mark Andy, Standard Pace, Sulzer Piston Inserter, and/or Tridak Piston Inserter. May guide the work of junior staff.

• Works in production/assembly-line manufacturing environment to meet customer requirements as documented on more complex work specifications (i.e. Job Travelers, Work Instructions, and/or Customer drawings).
• Creates and maintains work specifications; and measures First Piece to validate machine set up with the assistance of the QA department and First Article Inspection Report Requirements (Internal/External); produces required quantity of parts within specified tolerances.
• Participates in the contract review process by ensuring/verifying part numbers, revision levels, and other related information matches work orders, work instructions, customer drawings; brings inconsistencies to the attention of the manager.
• Evaluates and enhances work specifications as documented, and other related information provided in the work specification(s).
• Reads and understands more-complex work specifications with emphasis on material callouts, packaging and labeling requirements, and dimensions and associated tolerances.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment.
• Responsible for the safe handling of various materials, products, and inventory.
• Responsible for proper labeling of materials to ensure lot traceability and shelf life tracking.
• Maintains proper paperwork on work orders handled and quantities produced.
• Measures parts produced to determine if parts are within customer tolerances.
• Takes proper care of all equipment; completes daily log checks and entries.
• Maintains training skills on safe machine operations including safety guards.
• Follows all safety rules regarding machine operations, work dress/attire, and proper guarding.
• Other duties as assigned

• Lost Time Accidents/Safety, Zero
• On Time Delivery, >98%
• Attendance, PTO Guidelines
• Hourly Logged to Job Travelers > 85%/month
• Promote and Demonstrate positive, team oriented environment

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Three (3) years manufacturing, machine operation, and/or assembly line experience

• Strong understanding and visualization of the work specifications
• Able to conceptualize the manufacturing process
• Intermediate understanding of machine parts (what it is, and what a good/bad one looks like)
• Understands pinch points and areas of safety focus during opening/ending of machine operations
• Able to recognize and correct general machine-related problems
• Able to identify non-conforming material(s)
• Able to recognize and utilize machine settings to increase accuracy, speed, and yield
• Good reading, writing and comprehension of English language
• Able to perform basic math functions such as add, subtract, multiply and divide, including fractions and decimals.
• Visual acuity (including corrective vision) to read instructions, operate machinery, and visually inspect parts produced
• Able to set-up each machine
• Working knowledge of general accident prevention practices
• Solid understanding and comprehension of the slitting and/or filling process
• Resourceful, dedicated, and inquisitive
• Attention to detail, and quality and safety conscious
• High level of urgency
• Must be reliable, dependable, punctual, and conscientious about production performance
• Must pass a…