Machine Operator

MO Operates specialty machinery to fabricate, manufacture, assemble or move products meeting all necessary specifications and quality control standards. Maintains and monitors machinery to ensure proper function. Performs multiple processes using a variety of equipment in a manufacturing setting, dependent upon the department processes. Produces a high-quality product delivered in a timely manner to satisfy customers. Solves problems with the assistance of other team members and seeks continuous improvement. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Required to learn additional functions through cross-training in other departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates specialty machinery and uses various processes and equipment to fabricate, manufacture, assemble or move products while meeting all necessary specifications and quality control standards.
• Sets up, loads, and operates manufacturing equipment.
• Calculates and derives dimensional information from all types of dimensional drawings.
• Reads, understands, communicates, and interprets written and verbal instructions, work documentation, policies and practices, etc.
• Completes required paperwork correctly to ensure record accuracy.
• Consistently performs SPC/quality checks by utilizing measurement tools and devices.
• Consistently performs to Standard Work Instructions at each process.
• Maintains clean, safe working environment according to department safety guidelines.
• Participates in improvement activities.
• Performs a minimum of 75% of the jobs in the department at the required rate (cycle time).
• Reads and understands routings/drawings to produce parts to quality expectations.
• Rotates through the department workstations based on business need
• Regular and predictable attendance based on scheduled hours.
• Flexibility to work varied hours (surrounding assigned shift) as business needs require.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency
• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in and knowledge of accessing and using information system computer databases.

Skills and Abilities

• Competent in basic math skills such as counting, adding, and subtracting.
• Preferred advanced math skills related to ability to operate advanced systems or processes such as GDT (Geometric Dimensional Tolerances).
• Ability to use required measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, tape measure, etc.
• Ability to work cooperatively within the team as well as with members of other teams to meet goals.
• Demonstrated willingness to adapt to a continually changing environment and influence others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.