Machine Operator

As an Operator, you will operate machinery or utilize equipment to produce components to specified dimensions and characteristics according to quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate required machines or equipment to produce a diversified range of parts on short or long run work, and exacting finish specifications. Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and information obtained from set-up cards and layout sheets (certified process or engineered cycles) to ensure parts are manufactured per process and drawing requirements.
• Replace worn tooling and adjust machines as needed
• Use micrometers, verniers, optical comparator, microscope, and a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges to set-up equipment and check work. Review calibration of all measuring equipment. Patrol machines using the 4-bin system.
• Operate automation equipment and provide minor troubleshooting within work area as assigned
• Diagnose and correct operating difficulties, maintain required records, detect and report unusual conditions to assigned leader.
• Keep work area clean and orderly, observing all safety rules and regulations, and conforming to OSHA regulations.
• Move materials, parts, and containers, as required, to complete job duties.

Job Skills and Abilities:

• Read, reference and interpret written and verbal instructions; always following established standard procedures
• Perform basic mathematical calculation, maintain an understanding of standard and metric system.
• Maintain established production levels and quality standards
• Recognize and report any irregularities as to fits, defective parts, finishes, work techniques and/or quality of workmanship
• Maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections

Education and Experience Required:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Includes must be able to: stand, walk, bend, reach, grab, twist, carry, push and pull.
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.

Work Authorization:

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Benefits:

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