What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant 1 - Machine Operator - 2nd Shift position at GKN Automotive?
Job Description
To operate machines within a team environment for the purpose of producing quality parts for customers while meeting production schedules in a cost efficient, profitable, and safe manner.
Key Responsibilities
Understand lock out/ tag out procedures
Keep machine and work area clean and organized
Perform specific safety procedures on equipment safety in cell/line/dept./plant
Report safety issues
Meet or exceed department safety goals
Wear personal protective equipment
Meet or exceed Cell and Department quality and Plant goals
Understand / document all quality requirements per process
Master all process gauging
Identify / segregate discrepant material
Document and maintain DMR areas
Read and interpret all charts, print outs and pre ops
Perform 1st piece inspection using setup verification sheet
Read and interpret standardized work / process plans
Use computer equipment to enter and receive data
Report maintenance problems using the work order System
Understand, document and maintain maintenance and pre-op checklist
Understand and verify machine verification log / daily checks
Use FIFO and visual floor management at each process
Meet or exceed daily production goal / schedule
Adjust machine settings and troubleshooting-as applicable
Apply statistical methods-as required
Apply tooling requirements, sheets, life standards, changes and off-sets
Operate/inspect Hoist-if applicable
Perform autonomous maintenance-if applicable
Rework, scrap and non-conforming material process-as required
Rotate to other cells-if applicable
Participate in team meetings
Promote a teamwork environment
Support team (active and constructive role)
Understand dept. responsibilities and roles
Monitor tool life, notify supervisor/process engineer of issues and / or missed goals
Modify CNC programs for 2 technologies
Communicate effectively at shift change
Communicate effectively with team and supervisor
Understand department responsibilities and role
Understand and maintain hourly production boards
Train in principle skills ( LELC )
Understand, apply and react to SPC measurements
Confirm all shop order confirmations in SAP
Understand and perform packing as required
Comply with assigned work schedule
About Us
GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN Automotive. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation.
To operate machines within a team environment for the purpose of producing quality parts for customers while meeting production schedules in a cost efficient, profitable, and safe manner.
Key Responsibilities
Understand lock out/ tag out procedures
Keep machine and work area clean and organized
Perform specific safety procedures on equipment safety in cell/line/dept./plant
Report safety issues
Meet or exceed department safety goals
Wear personal protective equipment
Meet or exceed Cell and Department quality and Plant goals
Understand / document all quality requirements per process
Master all process gauging
Identify / segregate discrepant material
Document and maintain DMR areas
Read and interpret all charts, print outs and pre ops
Perform 1st piece inspection using setup verification sheet
Read and interpret standardized work / process plans
Use computer equipment to enter and receive data
Report maintenance problems using the work order System
Understand, document and maintain maintenance and pre-op checklist
Understand and verify machine verification log / daily checks
Use FIFO and visual floor management at each process
Meet or exceed daily production goal / schedule
Adjust machine settings and troubleshooting-as applicable
Apply statistical methods-as required
Apply tooling requirements, sheets, life standards, changes and off-sets
Operate/inspect Hoist-if applicable
Perform autonomous maintenance-if applicable
Rework, scrap and non-conforming material process-as required
Rotate to other cells-if applicable
Participate in team meetings
Promote a teamwork environment
Support team (active and constructive role)
Understand dept. responsibilities and roles
Monitor tool life, notify supervisor/process engineer of issues and / or missed goals
Modify CNC programs for 2 technologies
Communicate effectively at shift change
Communicate effectively with team and supervisor
Understand department responsibilities and role
Understand and maintain hourly production boards
Train in principle skills ( LELC )
Understand, apply and react to SPC measurements
Confirm all shop order confirmations in SAP
Understand and perform packing as required
Comply with assigned work schedule
About Us
GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN Automotive. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation.