Automated Equipment Operator (Wire/Cage Manufacturing MBK)

What You'll Be Doing

The Automated Equipment Operator is a key position in our Lockeford, CA plant. Every day you're maximizing the output of products and ensuring that the product line being manufactured is at top quality while operating safely. Reporting to the Manager or Supervisor, the position operates a MBK Wire Cage Machine. The role monitors the machine as it manufactures the wire cage. After the cage is removed from the machine, the operator moves cages to an area where the EPak Pipe monitor will place them on the pallets.

This position hourly starting wage is: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour.

Principle Accountabilities

• Demonstrates willingness to take direction and follows instructions.
• Adheres to schedule and maintains regular attendance at work-site.
• Works overtime as assigned.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment, returns all tools after use to proper storage location, and performs routine housekeeping (i.e.: cleaning, organizing).
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Identifies unsafe working conditions and notifies supervisor.
• Determines sequence of operations by reading specifications and work orders.
• Prepares machine for production by positioning and securing dies, stops, guides, and turntables.
• Regulates machining by setting and adjusting controls.
• Produces parts by locating and marking reference points on work piece; positioning or aligning work piece against stops and guides; operating equipment.
• Maintains specifications by observing operations; detecting malfunctions; inspecting parts; adjusting controls.
• Resolves production problems by altering process to meet specifications; notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Executes cleanup procedures at the conclusion of the shift.