Machine Operator/Automatics

Posted 2 months ago

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs complete set-ups to include: Programming, wire guides, loading of raw materials, adjust picker gap, carriage speed, material pressure, trimmers, wire tension, change filling tools, pickers, wire and any other general adjustments to run the machines.
  • Performs routine maintenance to include: lubrication, belt changes, changing trimmer heads, clean vacuum system, clean computer air filter, and general housekeeping.
  • Produces product at standard rates or better while maintaining specifications.
  • Maintain and update program card files and maintain spare parts cabinet.
  • Documents set-ups in logbook.
  • Fills out time sheet and labor summary daily.
  • Cuts raw material when necessary.
  • Boxes product when applicable.
  • Performs or obtains quality checks on each operational step before proceeding to the next step. Reports any quality issues to production supervisor immediately.
  • Assists in training and guidance for new department members

Know-how \ Skills and Abilities:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Knowledge of basic shop math and understanding of metrics
  • Able to read a tape measure to 1/32 of an inch and use various measuring devices such as a micrometer, analog and dial caliper
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision
  • Possess strong mechanical abilities and analytical skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to learn to program machines
  • Must possess good communication skills in the English language including written, verbal and listening.
  • Machine Operation experience preferred, 3+ years

Physical Characteristics Needed for Job

  • Pulling: Physical ability to exert sufficient force to draw, drag or otherwise move objects in sustained motion.
  • Pushing: Physical ability to exert sufficient force to press or otherwise move objects in a sustained motion.
  • Reaching: Extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Repetitive Motions: Physical ability to sustain movements especially of the fingers, wrists, hands or arms.
  • Standing: Physical ability to remain in standing position especially for sustained periods of time.
  • Stooping: Physical ability to engage in the activity of bending the body downward and forward for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Physical ability to move about on feet to accomplish tasks related to the position.
  • Lifting: Repetitive lifting of stated weight
  • Able to lift up to 50lbs. (Above 50 lbs needs assistants).

The above description covers the principle functions of the job. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

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