Machine Operator , 1st shift

Overview

The primary function of this role is to identify and remove burrs, sharp edges, and raised material from machined components. This role requires the ability to perform duties to set up and operate a number of manually controlled machines and/or hand tools to produce precision machined components within a work-cell environment. Follow quality and safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.

This position is also responsible for contributing to the improvement of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and 6S in the Machining Department.

• Work from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets, setup cards, Gemba boards, and verbal as well as written instructions.
• Visually detect burrs, sharp corners, and raised material and to remove them accurately both manually (files, deburring tools, Dremel tools, wire or scotch brite wheels) and utilizing machines (grit blasters, tumbling machines, lathes, and other deburring machines).
• Set up and operate multiple production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Make adjustments to machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.
• Use calipers, micrometers, depth and height gauges, gauging and locating fixtures, as well as other fixed and universal gauging equipment such as Sunnen gauges and plug gauges.
• Use hand tools and manual machines as needed.
• Set up and/or verify preset gauges for proper calibration as required.
• Inspect own work and work of others for correct dimensions and ensure that company quality and quantity standards are maintained and complete required documentation.
• Required to operate multiple machines.
• Rotate between various department work centers as required and perform other related duties as assigned.
• Enter data into ERP system.
• Prepare and maintain quality records.
• Supports Continuous Improvement/RBS activities.
• Follow quality and safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and resolve various types of manufacturing issues.

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience and demonstrated proficiency in operating manual manufacturing equipment required.
• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints and diagrams in English.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Responsible for quality of work in the work center.
• Moderate physical demand required to insert tooling, set up work centers, inspect work pieces and make machine adjustments, which is equivalent to continuously lifting or moving light weight material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and stand for an entire shift.

“Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.”

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications.

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