Transfer Machine Operator - 1St Shift

Machine Operator

The machine operator focuses on basic operation, safety, and material handling.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Entry Level Operator:

• Loads/unloads parts into the transfer machine.
• Starts and stops machine cycles under supervision
• Performs basic visual and gauge inspections (go/no-go gauges, calipers)
• Identifies obvious defects and reports issues to Level2 and Level 3 supervisor.
• Keeps work area clean and follows safety rules.
• Documents production counts and simple quality checks.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Analytical - Understands various data information; Collect and research data; Uses skills and experience to match data; understands the work flows and procedures.

· Technical Skills – Understands and has basic working knowledge of manufacturing procedures and functions; possess and understand basic computer entry and processing skills.

· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification. Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation.

· Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; places success of team above own interests.

· Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Planning/Organizing - Organizes work responsibilities and activities; uses time efficiently; plans available resources in an effective method to eliminate waste; sets goals and objectives.

· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

· Safety-Orientated - Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.

Education/Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalency;

· Minimal machining experience required.

· Able to understand standard work instructions and basic prints.

· Basic measurement tool knowledge (calipers micrometers-basic use only).

· Requires regular oversight.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending and stooping;

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time;

· Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced;

· Exposure to hazardous materials;

· Sound and noise levels are loud and distracting;

· Use of protective items such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection. Pay: 18.00/Hr Hours: Monday - Friday