Machine Operator lll Largo

Responsibility Level

Machine Operator III must be able to work and do set ups with minimal supervision to perform a variety of machine operations utilizing CNC or manual machining centers to fabricate, cut, shape, and drill or form metal work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications and continuous production consistent with established standards. Must be certified to run 75% or more of the machines in area to include but not limited to Brake Press, Turret, Hairpin, Fin Press, Expander, Laser, RAS, etc.

(if not currently certified to run 75% a training plan will be created)

Fully competent to completely set up and operate metal fabricating machines to cut, bend, and form metal plates, sheets, and structural shapes according to blueprints and specifications. Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, engineering drawings, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, sequence of operations, and material requirements.

Safety Awareness - Takes responsibility for his or her own safety as well as the safety of others. Understands the proper processes/equipment in the department. Knowledge of JSA’s, PPE usage, 5S, and all safety regulations in the facility.

Responsible for the overall cleanliness of working area.

Quality - Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisors. Performs first article inspection for conformance to specifications both blue print and work order.

Teamwork – Builds teamwork by working with other departments, shifts, and management to meet and exceed customer expectations. Communicate regularly and effectively with co‑workers, utilities, coordinators, and management and reports problems with safety, quality, processes, equipment, materials, and/or questionable conditions to the Department Supervisor. Displays professionalism in the workplace, able to perform duties during times of stress and pressure.

Continuous Improvement – Ability to manage time and deliver results. Ability to troubleshoot and provide solutions with the understanding of value‑added versus non‑value added activities and improve the ratio. Ability to collect, understand and explain production data corresponding to the majority of the machinery. Flexibility. Availability to work overtime and/or move between shifts for training and/or coverage purposes to support production as needed.

Demonstrated ability to use computer, utilizing software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and ERP systems. Relevant knowledge to look up blueprints, CNC programs, production orders, key parts into inventory, and use the system as a tool to assist in production.

Must perform operator preventative maintenance of equipment. Perform other assignments as directed by management.

Requires a high school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and 2 years of experience. Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. Ability to train new employees. Demonstrates an attention to detail and initiative. Ability to read, communicate and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, blueprints and engineering drawings in the English Language.

The physical demands 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. Ability to work in a noisy, dusty, industrial/manufacturing environment, and exposed to non‑toxic fumes, chemicals, grease and oils Ability to work with machinery and moving parts Ability to operate crane, truck, motor vehicles Ability to work with moving vehicles, ladders, and scaffolding Ability to work at heights, and in confined spaces Ability to properly lift/carry/push/pull/manipulate/transport up to 30 lbs Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, and frequently lift up to 40 lbs Ability to work in a non‑climate controlled environment Ability…