Advanced Machine Operator

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating machines in the assigned department. The machines range from various difficulty levels, and may include the following: 

• Uni-flex
• Hand Router
• Rover A or B
• Miter Saw
• Bacci Master Pro
• Progressive P5
• Straight Line Rip Saw
• Dovetail Machinery
• Machine Sanders
• Celaschi Double End
• OMAL Leg Machine
• Cyflex 
• CNC-Based Machinery

Duties and Responsibilities

Follows all safety rules and contributes to a safe work environment.

Sets up and operates various machines and hand tools to fabricate and repair wooden cabinets, high grade furniture, countertops and mirrors.

Checks in parts, verifies count, quality and identification of all product that is produced in assigned area, prior to shipment to the next process.

Performs daily maintenance checks and notifies Manager or lead person if problems arise.

Troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance on machines.

Participates and contributes to a work team environment and follows quality control checks.

Contributes to meeting Bertch manufacturing schedule.

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read measurement tools.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials up to or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours)

Work Environment

Employees must be able to cope with Iowa climates; endure heat and cold conditions in the building. Fast paced workloads and loud noise levels are normal. Paint fumes and exposure to chemicals associated may be present. Personal Protective Equipment as required by OSHA will be provided by the Company.