What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Knott Brake Company?
Company Overview
Knott Brake Company has established a strong reputation over the past 60 years as a leading designer of brakes for off-highway vehicles. As a trusted Single Source Supplier, we pride ourselves on offering job purpose.
- The Knott Brake Company is seeking one more, highly dynamic and energetic person that will flex between Assembly, Bonding, Cables, Laser and Welding departments. They will assemble or produce manufactured products and parts according to specifications.
We offer competitive pay rates and benefits packages. Join our team of skilled Machine Operators and contribute to our success in delivering high-quality products to our customers. Apply now!
Employment with Knott Brake is contingent upon a successful background check and clean drug screen.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Based on Experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Duties and responsibilities
- Uses various machines and hand tools to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Operate COBOT and DAICHEN Automated Welders and Laser.
- Assemble brakes and brake cables, bond and grind brake shoes.
- Maintains logs, records, and reports concerning production, machine maintenance, and product inconsistencies to supervisor or Quality Department.
- Inventories tools, parts, and supplies; contacts supervisor if supplies are needed.
- Checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Outstanding "Can-Do" Attitude
- High Energy, dynamic, team oriented, enjoys variety
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Detail-oriented and consistent.
- Works well as a productive member of a team.
- Basic ability in mathematics, reading, or writing.
- Understanding of and ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
Additional Qualifications
- Reads blueprints, schematics, or similar documentation, then builds to those specifications.
- Ability to properly maintain and perform basic repairs on equipment.
- Previous tow-motor operation experience.
Working conditions
- Required to lift heavy parts, bend, stoop, or operate heavy equipment.
- Exposure to typical climate and seasonal change in temperatures.
Physical requirements
- Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds independently.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Must have manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed.
- Must wear safety glasses at all times and safety gloves in accordance with certain job requirements.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
We offer competitive pay rates and benefits packages. Join our team of skilled Machine Operators and contribute to our success in delivering high-quality products to our customers. Apply now!
Employment with Knott Brake is contingent upon a successful background check and clean drug screen.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your current hourly rate?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lodi, OH 44254 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,541 - $48,090