Machine Operator 1 - Detail Operator

About This Role

The Machine Operator 1 operates moderately complex equipment to fabricate materials, reads and interprets blueprints, and performs computer downloads for efficient machine operation in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Observe machine operation to monitor product quality and material issues, adjusting as necessary
• Download or generate computer programs to direct machine for proper operation and job specification
• Set up and operate machines with proper tooling and consumables for current job needs
• Maintain material reporting and plan best material usage to maximize finished products with least amount of raw material used
• Use lifting devices such as cranes, forklifts or other equipment to place materials/parts where needed
• Use measuring tools to perform First Piece Inspection and other quality checks before, during and after production to confirm material and/or product meets specifications
• Actively participates in continuous improvement and corrective action activities
• Perform housekeeping and 5-S duties

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Attain ACT WorkKeys Assessment at certified job profile skill level
• 6 months of relevant experience
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and make decisions based on them
• Capable of watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Ability to evaluate a variety of large equipment and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation of machine
• Excellent communication skills
• Mobile equipment and crane operation skills
• Knowledge of raw materials sizes, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Knowledge of machines and tools, general operation, repair, and maintenance
• Good computer skills including a working knowledge of manufacturing software
• Mathematics ability
• Ability to read blueprints

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 6 months of relevant experience

Nice to Have

• Certificate from technical school or 6 additional months of relevant experience and/or training in computerized numerically controlled (CNC) machine operations
• 1 year of experience in computer-controlled machine operation

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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