Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

As a crucial part of our operations, you will be responsible for setting up and operating automatic or manual production machines, cutting sheet metal, and operating an annealing/brazing furnace, tower, or bending equipment according to blueprints and specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
• Select, position, and secure dies, blades, cutters, and fixtures onto the machine using a rule, square, shims, templates, hand tools, and built‑in gauges.
• Position and clamp stops, guides, and turntables; adjust controls to set and regulate machining factors such as pressure, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed.
• Locate and mark bending or cutting lines and reference points on work pieces using instruments such as rules, compasses, or tracing from templates.
• Position workpiece against stops and guides or align layout marks with dies or cutting blades.
• Start machine and observe operation to reposition workpiece, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes; inspect or measure work using rules, gauges, and templates.
• Push buttons on the control panel to start and activate automatic cycles of production machines.
• Observe machine operations, material supplies, and the position of work pieces to detect malfunctions, needed supplies, or misaligned parts.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
• Work individually and as a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
• Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance; examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications.
• May be required to cross‑train and demonstrate competency in all essential job functions of the department working at different workstations as production needs require.
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships; train and teach others.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
• Support and involve in company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs, and activities.

• High school diploma or GED; one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with production processes, machines, and/or tools.
• Proven working experience in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions, and decimals.
• Experience using various measuring devices to meet drawing dimensions and specifications.
• Experience reading and interpreting documents such as blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in follow‑through, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.