Machine Operator

Position Summary
This position is responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, and router equipment. The Machine Operator produces quality product according to precise specifications within time constraints. At some locations, this position will also include general warehouse duties such as shipping and receiving. In this position, the employee will work with moderate supervision.

Essential Functions

• Sets up and operates production machinery such as CNC saws, lathes, milling machines, drills, shapers, boring mills and grinders to fabricate and repair parts and products. Works with some guidance from supervision.
• Reading and Interpreting Documentation and Product Quality - Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, and parts lists. Studies and interprets assembly instructions, and verifies specifications. Conducts dimensional and visual part inspections to prints and specifications using standard quality assurance inspection equipment.
• Responsible for maintenance of equipment - Completes preventative maintenance, troubleshoots malfunctions, and performs minor repairs as needed. Communicates errors in product, equipment, and other issues that may arise in fulfilling orders.
• Performs general warehouse duties - Fills orders in a timely manner by operating warehouse equipment and machinery including operating a fork lift, computing and optimizing yields, and cutting material to size. Loads and unloads delivery trucks as needed, using SAP to receive and ship materials. Processes operational activities in SAP through work orders and prepares proper documentation including transfer orders, bills of lading, delivery notes, work orders, call tags for non-conforming material and others as required.
• Problem solving and Communication - Resolves assembly and production issues and communicates errors in the product line, equipment and or issues in fulfilling orders.
• Safety and Continuous Improvement - Participates actively in Continuous Improvement activities and submits ideas to help drive improvement. Ensures the workplace and environment are clean and safe. Follows Company Safety policies and procedures and looks for ways to improve safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Detail Orientation
• Multi Tasking
• Sense of Urgency & Work Ethic
• Communication Skills
• Setting Priorities & Time Management
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Education

• Machinist certification.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience, Technical Degree helpful.

Job Specific Requirements

• Basic to mid-level reading, writing, arithmetic and PC skills.
• Strong technical and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Proficient in SAP, or similar ERP logistics system.
• Blueprint and sketch reading.
• Basic understanding of the warehousing & distribution works. Keeps up to date on warehousing techniques and trends.
• Ability to multi-task in an intense, fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• May be required to travel on occasion.
• Forklift certification.
• Must be eligible to access and review export controlled materials in compliance with U.S. export control laws.