What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc?
As an Operator, you will operate machinery or utilize equipment to produce components to specified dimensions and characteristics according to quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate required machines or equipment to produce a diversified range of parts on short or long run work, and exacting finish specifications. Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and information obtained from set-up cards and layout sheets (certified process or engineered cycles) to ensure parts are manufactured per process and drawing requirements.
- Replace worn tooling and adjust machines as needed
- Use micrometers, verniers, optical comparator, microscope, and a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges to set-up equipment and check work. Review calibration of all measuring equipment. Patrol machines using the 4-bin system.
- Operate automation equipment and provide minor troubleshooting within work area as assigned
- Diagnose and correct operating difficulties, maintain required records, detect and report unusual conditions to assigned leader.
- Keep work area clean and orderly, observing all safety rules and regulations, and conforming to OSHA regulations.
- Move materials, parts, and containers, as required, to complete job duties.
Job Skills and Abilities:
- Read, reference and interpret written and verbal instructions; always following established standard procedures
- Perform basic mathematical calculation, maintain an understanding of standard and metric system.
- Maintain established production levels and quality standards
- Recognize and report any irregularities as to fits, defective parts, finishes, work techniques and/or quality of workmanship
- Maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections
Education and Experience Required:
- HS Diploma or GED.
- Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Includes must be able to: stand, walk, bend, reach, grab, twist, carry, push and pull.
- Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.
Work Authorization:
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.
New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex including orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.