We are seeking a Cutter / Machine Operator for an established company in Cookeville, TN area who has experience operating a saw, familiar with operating machinery, detecting defects, visual inspections, quality checks, has good mechanical aptitude and is a team player.

Night Shift : Flip Flop Shift, 6PM to 6AM

Pay : $17.00 / HR

Job duties of a Cutter / Machine Operator :

Cutter Operators are responsible for cutting to length the tubing that was produced by the Mill Operators.

Requires good mechanical aptitude.

Performs visual inspection of parts to identify burrs, damage, and color to establish standards. Loads and unloads assigned machines.

Observes machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction and reports problems to supervisor.

Performs quality checks and documents each time they are due on the Cutter Log Form.

References the production schedule and verify the product to the prints or specification forms available in the production area each time a new product (a new cut length) is started.

Performs the changeover setup for different Cut to Length on the cutter

Assures that the cutting knife is kept in a sharp condition to avoid burrs on the cut edges of the tubing

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Assists in training of new employees

A team player who supports other cutters when feasible

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications for Cutter / Machine Operator :

Six months previous experience in a manufacturing environment or technical school, preferred

Must have basic date entry and computer skills

Ability to perform basic shop math, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) computations

Ability to effectively communicate in English for safety and direction.

Frequent need to see details at a close range (within 18 inches of observer) to inspect for part conformity and / or part defect.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Ability to stand / walk for long periods of time operating and tending to machines.

Ability to bend, stretch, twist.

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

Requirements of Cutter / Machine Operator :

Excellent attention to detail

A stable job history

Willingness to learn

Reliable transportation

Good attitude

Sense of urgency

This is a Temp-to-Hire position and the company offers benefits once hired in.

This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check

Last updated : 2024-05-10