Responsibilities Operate machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement according to required machining sequences Confer with shift leads and managers to resolve machine malfunctions or production obtain approval to continue production Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems Check to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures Clean machines, tooling, or parts, using solvents or solutions and rags Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction Monitor machine operation and control panel displays and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions Follow work instructions to operate machine control units to start and stop operation Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished work piece dimensions, or numerical control sequences Help to maintain necessary inventory of manufacturing supplies Assist with cycle counting of material to ensure inventory integrity Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required Previous experience in a manufacturing setting preferred, but not required Previous experience with machinery, basic machine set up, and small power tools preferred, but not required Must be able to read a tape measure Able to work and handle multiple job assignments, communicate in team setting, maintain a clean and organized work space. Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries.