Manufacturing Team Member

SUMMARY

The manufacturing team member will safely set up, operate and adjust metal forming equipment by use of appropriate tools and procedures.

• Sets up, operates and adjusts metal forming equipment by use of appropriate tools and procedures.
• Keeps mill operating according to operating procedures and in good condition.
• Operates cutback saw in a safe manner and to order specifications.
• Keeps mill and surrounding area clean and clear of obstruction.
• Performs all change overs, using appropriate tooling.
• Changes punches and shear dies.
• Performs to machine goals.
• Displays willingness and the ability to assist in training co-workers.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

• Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
• Performs Lockout Procedure as required by mill specific Lockout JSA.
• Wears and maintains all required PPE.
• Understands all safety devices and their operation.
• Notifies management if safety devices are malfunctioning or missing prior to machine operation.

• Performs quality checks, to include:
• Understands and uses a tape measure to check length, width and hole spacing.
• Understands and uses appropriately a micrometer to measure thickness of the product periodically.
• Understands and performs routine checks for straightness, bow, and camber.
• Understands and performs routine checks for part dimension using appropriate tools.
• Appropriately maintains all quality paperwork in a legible manner.

• Performs routine maintenance and notifies maintenance personnel concerning any machine issues that might slow down production, cause a safety concern or lead to further maintenance problems.
• Assists maintenance personnel as directed.

• Maintains a clean, organized work station.

• Assists material handler with changing coils and follows reject policy on rejected steel.
• Directs, assists and trains helpers to perform necessary functions.
• Completes required paperwork to specification.

• Mechanically inclined
• Problem solver
• Team oriented

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.

• Lifting
  - Up to 50 lbs.
• Standing- 8 or more hours per day
• Walking
  - Off and on, 4-6 hours per day
• Body Positions
  - Squatting, bending, flexing and extending both arms
• Grasping
  - Both hands, up to 8 hours per day
• Sitting
  - None
• Pushing Effort
  - Carts of finished product and tools, up to 50 lbs.
• Pulling
  - Tools and finished product, up to 15 lbs.
• Climbing (ladders/stairs)- Occasionally

• Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and converting fractions into decimals.
• Ability to read a tape measure, caliper and micrometer accurately.

• Manufacturing facility - exposed to heat and cold.
• Personal Protective Equipment required at all times.
• Noise controlled environment.
• Activity level is high - continuous overhead crane and forklift movement

• Tiered wage system, where promotions are based on ability
• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance)
• Monthly Bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation
• Perfect Attendance Award
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Community Service Day