Machine Operator Day Shift

JOB DETAILS
Pay Rate: $19.25 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities
The Machine Operator I is responsible for setting up and operating heavy machinery and related gauges to perform various cutting, punching, forming, blocking, and processing operations. They must have thorough knowledge of production techniques and the ability to produce quality-building parts.
Understands and follows safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and around a manufacturing environment
Ability to set-up and operate machinery and equipment to cut, punch, form, or paint quality finished or semi-finished parts.
Ability to operate computerized equipment and material handling equipment.
Operate various CNC-controlled machines, such as presses, lasers, and rolling mills in a fast-paced production setting, with an emphasis on safety and quality
Performs routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation.
Marks part numbers, order numbers, and the number of pieces on parts. Attaches identification tags as required for customer to have the ability locate correct parts.
Interprets blueprints, specifications, and other technical data to select the correct raw material or semi-finished parts.
Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area.
Provide cost-saving suggestions and ideas to improve productivity and eliminate waste
Utilize scanning equipment
Inspect work visually for defects according to Quality Systems
Read a tape measure, write, and follow posted schedules
Team player and keeping safety first
May be assigned other projects and duties as designated by Team Leader
Willing/able to work overtime
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
A minimum of one year of related work experience in manufacturing or comparable work environment
A minimum of one year operating manufacturing machinery and/or equipment
Good Communication Skills
Basic Computer Skills
Experience with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment and nail guns
Able to use of measuring gauges
Able to read a tape measure
Forklift experience a plus / Must be trainable on forklift
Crane experience a plus / Must be trainable on crane
Flexible with working overtime and weekends when needed
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No