What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator/Blade Maker position at W3Global?
Job Title: Machine Operator / Blade Maker - Second Shift
Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Summary
This position involves setting up and operating various machines to produce components from metal and non-metal materials based on blueprints, sketches, and work instructions. The role includes a range of blade-making processes and requires strong measurement skills and manufacturing knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
Education & Experience:
Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Summary
This position involves setting up and operating various machines to produce components from metal and non-metal materials based on blueprints, sketches, and work instructions. The role includes a range of blade-making processes and requires strong measurement skills and manufacturing knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, lay out, set up, and operate blade-making equipment and processes independently.
- Accurately read and use measuring tools (tape measure, micrometers, Vernier calipers); convert fractions to decimals.
- Manufacture products according to specifications, procedures, drawings, and quality documents.
- Perform basic machine maintenance.
- Execute all operations in the blade department, including:
- Punching
- Shearing
- Drilling
- Skiving
- Bevel grinding
- Flattening
- Routing
- Slitting
- Riveting
- Finishing
- Assembly
- Pull coil stock for orders.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
- Ensure the quality of all produced work.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Collaborate as a team member to meet department and company goals.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with blade assembly and manufacturing processes.
- Experience operating lifting devices (cranes, power lifts, etc.).
- Basic shop math and manufacturing technology.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and sequence of operations.
- Familiarity with good manufacturing practices.
- Skilled in measuring and holding precise tolerances.
- Proficient in interpreting technical documents and working to specifications.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Practical problem-solving with minimal supervision.
- Average computer proficiency.
- Able to manage and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Manual dexterity to handle materials with fingers.
- Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs without assistance.
- Work in shop conditions with exposure to noise, dust, temperature changes, and moving machinery.
- Periodic exposure to serious hazards requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).