Machine Operator(1st Shift)

Machine Operators safely and efficiently operate sheet metal equipment, either a cell of equipment, FMS or AFS as assigned.  Must read and interpret instructions and diagrams, effectively apply math skills, experience, training, and communication skills to monitor, control, and manage tooling and product. 
 

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

·       Operate a turret/brake/ or similar machine to bend, fold, stamp sheet metal parts for refrigeration cases

·       Make control adjustments to keep part production accurate and within time standards

·       Use tape measures, blueprints and/or shop orders to accurately make parts for the production departments to minimize past due orders, maximize the availability of scheduled and expedited parts
 

Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Skills
Required:

·       High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience

·       Previous experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment
 

Associated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
·       Must observe all safety regulations and precautions associated with the Sheet Metal Department.  

·       Requires understanding of basic program concepts and computer literacy.  

·       Possesses basic mathematical skills in practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.  

·       Good oral and written communication required. 

·       Must be able to read, write and perform fractional math calculations and measure both linear and angular attributes.   

·       Must know how to read blueprints and be able to read and interpret shop orders, diagrams and equipment instructions.  

·       Must accurately read a ruler and protractor. 
 

Core Job Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following job competencies:

·       Cooperation/Teamwork – Works harmoniously and contributes to building a positive team spirit while working with others to get a job done; responds positively to instructions and procedures.

·       Oral/Written Communication – Expresses oneself clearly in conversation and expresses oneself clearly in business writing. Listens and gets clarification while following work instructions. Responds well to questions. Uses grammatically correct, concrete, specific language.

·       Attention to Detail – Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently including but not limited to following verbal and written instructions.

·       Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time and instills same in team members supervised.

·       Fostering Innovation – Ability to develop, sponsor, or support the introduction of new and improved methods, products, procedures, or technologies

·       Managing Work - Establishing a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals by planning proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources.

·       Results Orientation – Ability to focus on the desired result of one’s own or team’s work, setting challenging goals, focusing effort on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them.
 

Working Environment & Conditions/Physical Requirements
·       Sitting or standing for a 8-hour work day as job dictates, with occasional overtime 

·       Heavy or constant visual attention that is required when performing job 

·       Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds team lifting, raising or lowering an object from   one level to another, including upward pulling 

·       Ability to handle job materials, sizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hands 

·       Heavy or constant visual attention that is required when performing job