Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Townsend Machine Operator is a member of a team with the responsibility to maintain the efficient flow of material of several machines at a time. Additionally, they will set up machines, verify the quality of the produced product, and sharpen tooling. The position includes manual support to production activities, material transactions, inspection, and packaging of finished goods. Uses ERP software and process paperwork, maintains work cell and ensures quality and production standards are met.

Reports work results, priorities, progress, and other related activities to management, in the support of company initiatives, standards, policies, and overall continuous improvement.

• Multi-tasks to operate more than one machine at a time.
• Set up/ sharpen tooling in machine.
• Shovel parts into machine or use hopper dumper.
• Make machine adjustments as needed.
• Perform quality inspections.
• Read blueprints and use measuring tools.
• Operate lift truck to move product, scrap etc.
• Notify the group leader of quality, machine, inventory issues, etc.
• Complete required paperwork, (i.e. labor reports, scrap reports, etc.).
• Perform 5-S duties, maintain clean work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Workers are required to lift packages up to 50 pounds.
• Work may require bending or stooping.
• Employees are required to walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day.
• Standing/Walking 8+ hours per day.
• Employee required to climb step stools/small ladders.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 1-year related work experience preferred.
• Prior machine operator experience.

• Able to multi-task.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong reading and math skills.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Basic Computer Skills, i.e. data entry, general knowledge.
• Operate basic hand tools, i.e. air drivers, wrenches etc.
• Able to use precision inspection instruments, read blueprints, and complete required labor reports.
• Employees use heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.).

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, this in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

This position is a safety-sensitive position. The position requires operating or working around heavy equipment, which if performed while under the influence of drugs (including marijuana) or alcohol could result in errors in judgment, inattentiveness or diminished coordination, dexterity or composure that could in turn result in mistakes that would endanger the health and safety of you and others.

• Troubleshooting Skills
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• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Machine Setups for Production Runs