Machine Operator

Start, monitor, and adjust robotic welding production lines, performing necessary maintenance and changeover as needed. One opening available on 1st shift (5:30 am - 4:00 pm M-Th).

This position reports to the Production Manager

According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as:      

• Non-Exempt

• →Conducts move orders
• →Performs job verification close
• →Pull and set-up stencils
• →Checks materials for quality and prepares them for loading into the machine
• →Sets up the machine for engineering builds
• →Conducts cycle counting
• →Ensure that regular and preventive maintenance procedures are carried out
• →Prepares machine for production by gathering and loading appropriate reels and entering into inventory control system.
• →Remove and put away previous reels after line change.
• →Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.
• →Correct problems by adjusting controls, or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.
• →Record operational information on specified production reports.
• →Read schematics, SOPs, and production schedules to determine product or job instructions and specifications.
• →Load or feed panels into machines.
• →Remove workpieces and parts from machinery after work is complete.
• →Observe meters, gauges, and machine operations to ensure that soldering or brazing processes meet specifications.
• →Select, position, align, and bolt jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and stops onto machines.
• →Clean, lubricate, maintain, and adjust equipment to maintain efficient operation, using air hoses, cleaning fluids, and hand tools.
• →Set dials and timing controls to regulate electrical current, gas flow pressure, heating/cooling cycles, and shut-off

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of safe machine operation practices.
• Must be able to read and understand English
• Knowledge of basic math/calculations.
• Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings, blueprints, and/or schematics.

• Working knowledge of Oracle or Optel preferred

• Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Constantly bending neck to monitor machine operations, use scopes for precision work and perform inspections.
• Frequently moves about the area to monitor the machine, set up reels, replace reels, etc.
• Occasionally bends and stoops to retrieve some reel and perform some start up aspects.
• Occasionally may crouch or squat to secure test fixtures in or remove from lift.
• Constantly reaches at or below shoulder level to operate machine controls and hand tools, obtain parts and supplies, etc.
• Occasionally stands stationary to load reels and panels, make adjustments, replace reels, etc.
• Constantly lifting, holding and/or carrying various objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Works around equipment and mechanical moving parts in a manufacturing facility
• Indoor and climate controlled