Machine Operator 1

Job Summary




Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Job Function

• Responsible for performing advanced production activities on variety of machines to produce precision parts and instruments.

• Reviews blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.

• Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.

• Determines processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances and operational sequences.

• Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines.

• Selects and monitors speeds, feeds and controls and determines operation sequence for various materials and operating conditions.

• Machines and modifies parts used to repair tools or machines per specifications using tools such as lathes, milling machines, etc.

• Fabricates, modifies, and/or repairs mechanical instruments.

• Creates complicated or irregularly shaped parts or sections per established drawings, requiring careful blocking and clamping to avoid springing or distortion.

• Positions work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).

• Operates a variety of machines during processing as required based on workload or business needs.

• Measures and examines pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales and squares to ensure conformance to specifications.

• Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.

• Cleans equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.

• Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.

• Coordinates and executes material handling.

• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.

• Restocks material.

• May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.

• May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.

• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• High School diploma/GED preferred.

• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.

• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.

• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.

• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.

• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.

• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.

• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.

• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.