Machine Operator 1st Shift

SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for all set up and operation of machines in designated department. Operators may work with computer-controlled equipment or more mechanically based machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operation of various machines.
• Run material through machine according to company specifications.
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
• Ensure all inventory entries are complete and accurate.
• Inspect and maintain quality of product.
• Responsible for meeting all quality and efficiency standards.
• Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
• Test operation of machines periodically.
• Special projects as business dictate.
• Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Machine Operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to follow detailed instructions including reading a tape measure blueprints production schematics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented and self-directed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit and use hands to handle or feel.
  • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The noise level in the work environment can be at times loud.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high precarious places fumes or airborne particles; vibrations

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS

• No license Required

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.