What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Evapco?
Level 1 Machine Operator
Machine Operator I sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Uses computer-controlled equipment to select, position and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines. Being a Machine Operator I controls and adjusts machine settings to complete simple tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. Additionally, Machine Operator I typically reports to a supervisor/manager. The Machine Operator I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Maintain a safe and clean work area
- Able to conduct hands on training for new employees
- Proficiently complete all production and quality documentation, CRN, ASME, etc.
- Maintain acceptable production rates within the skill level, by meeting or exceeding efficiency goals.
- Perform quality checks to ensure materials, parts and workmanship are compliant with engineering requirements and production expectations using the following:
- Engineering Prints
- Tape Measurer
- Protractor
- Thickness Gauge Wheel
- Maintain acceptable production rates within the skill level, by meeting or exceeding efficiency goalsMake sure that all edges are deburred and edge treatment applied if necessary (ZRC)
- Contribute to Lean and 5s Implemented in your areas.
- Must be a self-starter that can work without supervision.
Position Challenges & Latitude:
- Demonstrate superior service skill(s) and professionalism in day-to-day dealings with coworkers, setting a good example in attendance and work ethics.
- Willingness to learn
- Continually demonstrates good attendance practices, minimizing unplanned absences
- Ensures adherence to company policies and work rules, as well as ensuring a safe work environment is maintained
- Maintain a cheerful and positive attitude
- Strive to continually improve quality, safety, organization, cleanliness and productivity within your department.
- Able to understand and follow all MAP’s, PAP’s, CRN, B31.5, ASME, TMI’s, TPI’s, and SOP’s that pertain to the product
- Proficiently complete all documents pertaining to the process
- Safe operation of all overhead lifting cranes and jib booms
- Assist in other areas of the shop when required
- Mentor lessor experienced mechanics – leading by example
Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Basic shop math (i.e. add/subtract/divide/multiply, whole numbers and fractions)
- Read a tape measure to within 1/16”
- A General understanding of common hand tools is preferred.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must have completed all requirements of the Level 1 Shake and Brake/Brake Assistant
- Able to read and understand all engineering prints related to the process
- Able to trouble shoot and solve problems related to the process
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Manufacturing environment
- Continuous standing, squatting, bending, pulling, and lifting throughout the workday
- Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs.
- Wear PPE when required – Manufacturing Areas
- Climb and work off of ladders
- Shift work, days or evenings, Monday through Friday and some Saturday’s.
- Willingness to work any shift including weekends for training purposes and or production requirements.
- The salary range consists of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
- Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
- (k)larity Plan - Voluntary Employee Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Pay
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
- Paid Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability