Machine Operator I

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

• Operate various machines within the cell

• Makes minor adjustment as necessary or notify Lead person or Setup person if a more significant adjustment is required

• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.

• Performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed

• Makes minor repairs and notifies maintenance for other maintenance needs.

• Performs variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, transferring of parts

• Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances

• Follows schedules and procedures

• Adaptable to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training

• Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition

• Assists other operators if necessary

• Inspects work in progress using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or work instructions. Responsible for quality of own work

• Forklift (i.e. powered industrial truck) operation.

• All other duties as assigned

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and/or mechanical drawings and in precision measurement or become proficient through training.

• Computer literacy

• Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e. micrometer, calipers, height gauge, etc.

• Capable of using hand tools (i.e. screwdriver, wrenches etc.)

• Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions.

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