Machine Operator - $17.00/hr. + 7% quarterly incentive 1st Shift (7:00am - 3:30pm)

About the role

We are currently searching for a Machine Operator to be based out of Kokomo, IN. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator will operate machines, receive manufacturing orders, cut, bend, swage, or punch according to customer specifications, and package by bundle, box, or square collar.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules
• Demonstrate core values
• Check and receive manufacturing orders
• Bending, cutting, swaging, punching
• Set-up skids, racks and hex bundles
• Banding, packaging and knowledge of supplies
• Quality checking OD, gauge, length and packaging requirements
• Problem solving
• Standard work training, 5S, lean sustainment and problem solving
• Obtaining quality product and meeting customer packaging requirements
• Communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with strategic planning focus
• All duties as instructed by supervision

Requirements

• High school degree or GED equivalent
• One year of manufacturing experience is preferred
• Team approach
• Strong math skills
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines
• Ability to distinguish various cosmetic flaws
• Llean concept sustainment & problem-solving skills
• Safety action orientated
• Ability to give verbal instruction, build positive relationships, and good organizational skills
• Flexibility of shift schedule including overtime and weekends
• Must possess an outgoing positive attitude, be a team player and have strong work ethic
• Must demonstrate Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence

Qualifications

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete all required training
• Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy
• Gain an understanding of your team
• Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns

Skills

• Outgoing positive attitude
• Team player
• Strong work ethic
• Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays