What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator A position at Carpenter Company and Careers?
Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will maintain daily communication with Quality Control, Department Manager, and other employees in the department to ensure the needs of all internal and external customers, as outlined by the production schedule, are met. The position works in a normal manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature changes.
Your additional responsibilities as the Machine Operator A will include:
- Perform cutting operations according to programs and customer specifications
- Perform quality checks on materials to ensure the product meets customer specifications.
- Unload finished cut foam material and transport to next production area.
- Place excess trim material in baler.
- Maintain communication with line personnel to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum
- Record pertinent information of programs.
- Cross-train to operate other cutting equipment as needed.
- Other duties as deemed necessary by supervision.
Skills / Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience as a machine operator.
- Forklift operator certification preferred.
- Specific on the job training is provided.
- Basic computer knowledge and the ability to use computerized equipment in daily operations.
- Must have basic reading, writing and math skills.
- Ability to read and interpret a tape measure.
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Must be able to work with little or no supervision
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 a.m. Schedule may vary dependent upon project needs.
Important Notes
Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.
Carpenter Co conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.
Skills
Preferred- Microsoft Excel
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer
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