Machine Operator - 1st Shift (Bearings Dept.)

About the Role

The Operator - Bearings position manufactures quality bearings products by performing preset, set-up, and operation of CNC lathes, assembly, blanking, tumbling, molding, finishing, packaging, and material handling duties.

Responsibilities

• Level 1 Operator:
  • Identify safety violations or potential hazards to manager or safety team member
  • Attend safety training
  • Maintain a clean and organized workplace using the “6S” system
  • Operate assembly, blanking, tumbling, and molding with minimal assistance
  • Operate secondary machines and equipment with minimal assistance
  • Operate and troubleshoot finishing process equipment
  • Assemble and package metal products to meet customer needs on time
  • Embrace change in the work environment to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction
  • Adjust schedule to fluctuate work priorities as needed
  • Perform material handling by operating company vehicles and tow motors safely
  • Complete work order and payroll information using the JDEdwards One-World system
  • Perform visual inspection and gauging to meet product quality requirements
  • Perform root cause analysis for effective problem-solving
  • Strive for continuous improvement of the company’s processes
  • Establish and standardize “best practices”
  • Understand, comply with, and actively participate in establishing ISO standard operating procedures and work instructions
  • Participate in LEAN and World Class improvement projects
  • Perform routine maintenance of CNC lathes, assembly, blanking, tumbling, molding, finishing machines, and equipment
  • Maintain a positive work environment
  • Promote Fenner Precision Polymers Values and Behaviors at all times
• Level 2 Operator:
  • Demonstrate and maintain effectiveness in all Level 1 accountabilities
  • Develop a working knowledge of the manufacturing equipment and process
  • Preset, set up, operate, and adjust offsets of assembly, blanking, tumbling, and molding with minimal assistance
  • Assist and train Level I Operators
• Level 3 Operator:
  • Preset, set up, operate, and adjust offsets of two departments of assembly, blanking, tumbling, and molding with minimal assistance
  • Perform and/or oversee necessary program edits to maintain quality and production continuity
  • Communicate program issues with CNC Programmer
  • Develop an in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing equipment and processes
  • Provide troubleshooting assistance to other operators based on experience and knowledge
  • Perform routine maintenance of CNC lathes
  • Assist and train Level I and II Operators

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities

• Learn and follow EHS policies, rules, and work instructions
• Attend required EHS training
• Wear the required PPE at all times
• Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself, co-workers, and visitors free from injury
• Participate in and/or conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, corrective actions, and safety observations
• Report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and other hazards in the workplace
• STOP WORK when imminent danger is present
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition

Requirements

• Level 1 Operator:
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Minimum one to three months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Demonstrates appropriate skill level to successfully perform all duties of Operator I job grade level
• Level 2 Operator:
  • Minimum 2 years of related CNC experience
  • Demonstrates appropriate skill level to successfully perform all duties of Operator II job grade level
• Level 3 Operator:
  • Five years minimum of related CNC experience
  • Demonstrates appropriate skill level to successfully perform all duties of Operator III job grade level