Machine Operator

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for the operation of assigned machining equipment to produce quality parts in accordance with blueprint and procedural specifications.  Maintains quality of machined parts by performing quality checks and completes required documentation.  Position requires a high regard for safety at all times.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions

5%  Follows Safety Regulations

Works safely and supports safety within their team across the organization – as required.

Participates in safety training and demonstrates a high regard for safety at all times.

Wears Personal Protective Equipment as required by safety regulations.

80%  Performs Machining Operations

Operates assigned machines to produce quality parts without assistance or supervision.  Pulls orders and performs computer clock-in on each order. 

Accesses prints in computer files with specific instructions for each order.  Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.  Verifies conformance of finished part to specifications.

Makes sure equipment is in good, safe working operation.  Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. 

Communicates pertinent information to coworkers and supervisor.

5%  Maintains Quality

Continuously checks tooling and machining operations to assure both are performing and producing parts to standard.  Calls set-up operator if change of tooling or set-up modifications are necessary. 

Performs in-process inspections per Quality and Machine Shop procedures. 

5%  Completes Documentation

Completes shop order paperwork, quality inspection documentation, and Time and Labor card.

Documents Preventative Maintenance checks.

Enters production and disposition of scrap into computer system.

Completes and records inspections on the Patrol Inspection Log following tooling and set-up change.

5% Supports Department and Company Initiatives

Works on cost savings projects and Six Sigma projects and provides support for other team meetings and projects.

Attends team meetings.  Utilizes lean tools:  5S, visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanliness.

Education and/or Experience     

Required -   Machining knowledge.  2 or more years of related work experience and High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must possess basic computer skills and ability. 

Preferred –  Associate’s Degree in Technical Studies.

Core Competencies required from Employees

Maintains a Customer Focus – Demonstrating exceptional service to both internal and external customers giving high priority to understanding and satisfying the customer.

Takes Ownership – Demonstrates a continuous drive to achieve superior results and takes responsibility for those results.

Is a Team Player – Has the ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goals. Recognizes situations in which team members need to work together to solve work tasks at hand.

Uses Sound Judgment / Integrity – Takes action that is well-reasoned, which represents the best interest of the business.

Achieves Quality Results – Flawlessly executes on objectives to ensure the long- term success of the organization.