MACHINE OPERATOR 2 1ST SHIFT

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up tools, appliances, machines, tube benders, band saws, drill presses, jigs, fixtures, press brake, robots, sheers needed to assemble or fabricate the product.
• Operate any of several types of automated and semi-automated machines that are used to produce parts and components.
• Select the right program on numerical control machines, press brake, robots or other machinery to produce parts and components according to drawing or blueprint specifications.
• Change fixtures out as necessary on the machines.
• Load and unload material and set up machines for standard and for special production runs.
• Monitor machine performance and take preventative and corrective action as needed.
• Perform standard general and specific maintenance on production machinery as indicated by protocol.
• Accurately use micrometers, calipers, gauges and other measuring devices.
• Understand and use basic shop math and general machine skills.
• Verify settings by measuring positions and first article/sample pc.
• Conduct in process inspection of machined parts.
• Monitor feeds and speeds of machines during the machining process.
• Promote ESAPCO and build a positive team environment with co-workers.
• Mentor and help train new employees.
• Clean and maintain area and floor space containing the machines.
• Adhere to all safety and OSHA regulations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year of machine operation preferred.
• Knowledge of general N/C and other machine protocol and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of corporate production methods and safety procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, schematics and read a tape measure.
• Ability to select programs on N/C machines.
• Ability to produce parts and components from drawing and other specifications.
• Ability to use tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to handle production raw materials.
• Skilled in using tools and equipment.
• Skilled in following directions.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Must have communication skills appropriate for the job.
• Ability to read, following written and verbal instructions.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.