Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Summary: Machine Operator is responsible for performing tasks involved in the fabrication of copper tubing components according to router or work instructions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

- Reads routers (work instructions), performs work, and complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimal supervision.

- May utilize hand or power tools as required.

- Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature.

- May work at different workstations as production needs require, including shifting from one station to another, during the assembly and fabrication process.

- Obtain First Piece Validation and perform First Piece Validation for other operators.

- Inspect production pieces at various intervals up to 100% inspection as required. Go/No Go gauges may be utilized.

- Troubleshoot and determine corrective action for machinery when necessary

- Perform basic machine repairs or corrections and cleans machines daily

- Observes machine operation and inspects product appearance to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.

- Detects and reports defective materials, questionable conditions, or incorrect routers to the shift supervisor, engineering, or quality control.

- Place any scrap in the designated scrap bin for your work area.

- Follow standard work methods to ensure production is as efficient as possible.

- Practice safe work habits.

- Responsible for the 5S housekeeping system within assigned work areas by maintaining the work area and keeping the equipment in a clean orderly condition.
Schedule

- Regular: Monday - Friday 5:45 am - 2:15 pm, rotating Saturdays when needed 4:00 am - 12:00 pm

- Overtime: Monday - Friday 3:45 am - 2:15 pm, rotating Saturdays 4:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pay Increases

- 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month increase in 1st year, annually after

Requirements
Knowledge & Skills

- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.

- Must be able to utilize tape measure, decimal and fraction.

- Must be able to read and interpret drawings and follow routers (work instructions)

- Must be able to use basic handheld measuring tools.

- Basic knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

- Ability to work in standing position throughout shift.
Education & Experience

- High School Diploma/GED or two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Environment

- Work involves lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds.

- Work involves standing, walking, and lifting during shift schedule.

- Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable or hazardous.

- Noise level is normal for a manufacturing environment.