Operator

Summary

The Operator will safely control various Level I and II machines and equipment involved in production. The Machine Operator is also responsible for the overall quality and efficiency of the machine and its output.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Operates production machinery in accordance with customer requirements and specifications.
• Reads and understands drawings
• Assigned machines may include one or more of the following: Extrusion Machine/s, CNC 2 axis Welder, Flash Cutting Machine, IR Welder, HF Welder. See Skills Matrix
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
• Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area and is responsible for the housekeeping of the general area around the machine/s including sweeping the work area and picking up loose items.
• Follows standard safety procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to act quickly when problem arises.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and trouble shooting skills are required
• Mechanical aptitude is required
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.

Computer Skills:

• Must be able to learn and use ERP system as it relates to specific job function such as entering data, printing/reprinting labels, creating maintenance and repair workorders and etc.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• At least one year of related experience preferred
• Completion of on-the-job training may be substituted for educational requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Constant standing
• Frequently sit, walk reach outward and reach above shoulder
• Occasionally climb, squat, kneel or bend
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.

Work Environment:

Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, and moving machines/equipment.