Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Fabrication job family ensures an environment of continuous improvement exists in the organizations production processes, operating procedures and work flows in order to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. General areas of responsibility include producing products for OEM partners; developing quality objectives; documenting procedures; implementing and measuring quality measurements; delivering training; and leading the organization through industry quality certification processes.

Positions in fabrication as a Machine Operator include areas in Laser Cutting, Laser Punch Presses, Tube Laser, Forming (Press Brakes), Stamping, Machining, Robotic Welding, Saw, and Bar Room.

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job:
Medium/Heavy Work - Exerting Up To 50 Pounds Of Force Occasionally, And/or Up To 50 Pounds Of Force Frequently, And/or Up To 20 Pounds Of Force Constantly To Move Objects.

• Prepares production equipment for operation by making equipment setup adjustments and/or working with a setup operator that assists in equipment changeovers.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, set‑up procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences.
• Maintains quality standard specifications by conducting first‑piece inspection, periodic inspection, and completing production control charts.
• Helps train others for production job responsibilities by demonstrating operational procedures.
• Maintains machine operation by solving production process problems; making authorized equipment adjustments; and reporting production and quality data.
• Ensures operation of equipment by following preventative maintenance policies and procedures and timely reporting of needed changes and repairs.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed through team assist and re‑assignments.
• Observes machine operation to detect work‑piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces.
• Meets established production standards for the department.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Performing other duties or functions as requested by management.

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, work orders, and use various measuring instruments is preferred. Development for these skills provided through in‑house training.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members and visually read and comprehend both written instruction and all required work documents.
• Frequent lifting of 50 lbs and using team lift assist. Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pulling, walking, and standing for the entirety of work shift. Must have communicable range of hearing and sight with or without the use of aids. Requires exposure to a typical fabrication area where environment is affected by outside temperatures and machines.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.