Machine Operator

SUMMARY

Sets up and operates a variety of machines to include the following:
Plasma Arc Plate cutter, threader, Hydraulic and Manual Press Brakes, Plate Roll, Angle Rolls, Laser cutter, and Manual Shears and Saw.

• Works from engineering drawings or work orders.
• Selects the proper tools, fixtures, and equipment settings to properly cut, bend or roll the part.
• Complete the parts within the specified tolerances, and within the specified time.
• Completes and scans work orders accurately for each job.
• Does preventative maintenance on machine to keep in working order.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Functions in a workplace of dignity and respect for all.
• Functions as a team member and to get along with others.
• Honors EEO guidelines and principles.
• Reports for work on time as scheduled and ready to perform.
• Performs other similar or related duties as directed, assigned or necessary to accomplish the department’s objective in an effective manner.

• Accountable for all concerns within their scope of work and has the absolute responsibility to remedy, report and/or communicate any issue to managers, supervisors, safety, or environmental managers as appropriate.
• Follows all safe work practices, watches out for fellow workers, and keeps their work area clean.
• Ensures area remains compliant regarding hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste, and universal waste.
• The following personal protection equipment is required and must be worn while working in the manufacturing facility or customers’ facilities:

None required.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EDUCATION AND/OR
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of 3 years related experience.
• LANGUAGE
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.
• MATHEMATICAL
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Ability to calculate figures and amounts using basic math skills.
• REASONING ABILITY:
  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Visual Scanning System, Laser/Plasma HMI, Brake press CNC HMI, and Plate/Angle roller HMI.
• EQUIPMENT:
  Cranes, forklifts, power/hand tools, Brake press, Laser/Plasma cutter, Plate/Angle roller, and pipe threader.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  None required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly (67-100%) required to stand.
• The employee is frequently (34-66%) required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, rotate torso talk; and hear.
• The employee must frequently (34-66%) lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must occasionally (1-33%) crawl or sit.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, vibration and risk of electrical shock.
• Depending on the season, the employee is constantly exposed to cold or hot, humid conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is generally loud, so hearing protection is recommended. Depending on the shop location, employees may be required to wear hearing protection.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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