Job category:
Operations
Department/Group:
Turning and Mills
Job code/Req#:
HR016W1
Reports to:
Shop Superintendent
Position type:
FTE
Job description:
Role and Responsibilities
- Set up and calibrate machines according to production specifications and engineering instructions.
- Adjust machine settings to ensure precision and efficiency.
- Load raw materials and test machine operation before full production.
- Identify and resolve technical issues that may arise during the setup process.
- Process First Part Approval.
- Perform basic maintenance and repairs to ensure equipment functions properly.
- Work with operators, engineers and quality control teams to optimize machine performance.
- Prepare tooling, fixtures and machine for next production job.
- Make sure all job documentation (drawing, job traveler, instruction sheet, control sheets) and gaging are at the workstation and up to date.
- Assist foreman with development of set up/operator work instructions to include corrective actions.
- Train operators on proper machine operating procedures and measuring techniques. Follow up to ensure operator has full understanding of job requirements.
- Make sure the total job quantity required is completed before machine change over.
- Return tooling/fixtures and gaging to proper location.
- Communicate daily with other shifts.
- Perform daily housekeeping activities to include keeping work area and workbench clean and clear of unusable material. Maintain a safe work area including keeping the aisle clean.
- Promotes continuous improvement, operator certification, quality, productivity, adherence to ISO 9001 standard, teamwork, waste elimination and safety.
- Other duties and special projects may be assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Required – High school diploma or GED
- Desired – 2 yr Vo-tech degree on machining or related field
Preferred Skills
- Self-starter able to work with minimal direction
- Willingly accepts job challenges.
- High mechanical aptitude, initiative and creativity is a must
- Strong mechanical skills
- Experience in operating on onsite equipment
Mental & Physical demands/working conditions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to understand drawing requirements.
- Ability to understand measurement techniques.
- Able to stand for extended periods with frequent bending or stooping.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
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