Turret Operator

**Title**:
Turret Operator

**Reports To**:
Fabrication Team Lead

**Overview**

The primary role of the Metal Working Turret Operator is to facilitate the assembly and fabrication of products, which may require the use of sheet metal manipulation machinery.

**Roles & Responsibilities**
- Fabrication of piece parts as per schematic under supervision of a Team Lead/Supervisor/Senior Production Manager.
- Assembly of piece parts into final product.
- Ability to read blueprints and program machining equipment to produce required parts.
- Ability to use metal working manipulation machinery (brake, shear, saw, punch, etc.).
- Familiarize self with and/or request training concerning machining equipment.
- Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure good working order and notify Team Lead/Supervisor/Senior Production Manager of malfunctions.
- Assist trades people and Team Lead/Supervisor/Senior Production Manager with responsibilities pertinent to progress of project in a safe manner.
- Familiarize self with new projects and duties, and/or request training concerning new equipment.
- Organize department and keep department clean, also clean department at the end of each workday.
- Notify the Team Lead/Supervisor/Senior Production Manager of any unsafe conditions, practices and/or procedures observed.
- May be required to move materials with forklift or overhead crane if trained and authorized.
- Performs all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code.
- Other duties as required.

**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities**
- Completion of high school or equivalent education (additional education or apprenticeship program which compliments the Metal Working Machine Operator’s performance is preferred).
- Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes associated with manufacturing from raw materials to finished product.

**Working Conditions**
- Commercial/Industrial environment.
- Manual dexterity required to use necessary tools. caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.
- Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
- Long periods of standing.
- Overtime as required.

**Contacts**
- Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Team Lead/Supervisor/Senior Production Manager.