Machine Operator 1

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Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining and operating machinery, including conventional, special purpose, and computer numerical control (CNC) machines. Includes grinders, drills, and presses.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Operates assigned machines, including resistance welding, brake presses, and mechanical power presses. Operates saws, drills, and grinders. Consistently meets production requirements.

• Maintains clean and safe work area.

• Packing finished materials into dunnage and also loading and unloading.

• Checks that the finished workpiece conforms to the specifications.

• Completes documentation correctly for process monitors and production tickets.

• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions and also may fix issues that might occur during the shift.

Nature and Scope

• Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.

• Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

• None.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.

• No travel required.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand all safety operating procedures and to use all safety features and equipment.

• Ability to use basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplying, dividing, counting and the use of tape measure.

• 1 to 3 years' related experience.

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