Value Added Operator

position title

value add operator

non-exempt, full time

the objective of this job is to perform assigned labor intensive tasks and run secondary operations to produce metal stampings within established run rate.

• communicate (via intranet, email, telephone, or personal conversation with production supervisor)
• coordinate specific needs with material handler: material, scrap removal, f/g or wip product removal from line
• report miss‑hits or problems (to production supervisor)
• report labor time(s) and part count (quantity produced) to appropriate work order router (online)

• safety checks
• quality checks
• tool readiness prior to use

operate and maintain the machines listed above while following all safety and quality protocols.

• complete value add/secondary operations within the priority determined (on the dispatch list)
• complete value add/secondary operations within the specified runtime (shown on work order router)
• attend to the equipment at all times of operation

• high school diploma or equivalent

• must demonstrate the physical ability to perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner to production supervisor

• basic computer skills

• working with others: interpersonal skills to support working cooperatively with others to signal material handling needs of production lines and have regard for others
• communication: of your own needs, accepting constructive feedback, coping with learning opportunities and support
• communication: speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
• organization: identify and relate the process to material storage and handling needs; develop a system that facilitates flow
• learn: identify with the objective and components of the process and understand what you are doing before attempting to execute a task
• work independently: improve own learning and performance, focused effort on goals, work towards improvement

• must be able to communicate in english
• must have reliable transportation
• candidate must wear personal protection equipment while on shop floor
• lift, carry and/or manipulate up to 50 pounds
• frequent standing
• ability to reach, bend, push or pull to place or retrieve materials in production environment

the intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of the position. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.