Machine Operator

Position Summary

Bush Hog, RhinoAG, and Dixie Chopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agricultural and Outdoor Power Equipment industries. The Machine Operator II is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention.

Core Competencies For This Position Include

• Learning
• People Relations
• Communication
• Position/Tech Knowledge
• Results Driven

Essential Functions Of The Job

• Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetings
• Set up, adjust and operate drill presses, presses, press brakes or roller machines to produce identical parts as specified by blueprints
• Maintain production quantity, efficiency and quality on produced parts
• Examine parts for quality compliance using blueprints, calipers, micrometers, tapes and high level math
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines
• Locate and move parts as needed using a walk behind lift
• Ability to train others
• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSA’s)

• Capable of performing standard measurements using geometric tools (Tape Measure, Protractor, etc.)
• High level math and reading skills needed
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions and make minor decisions involving some judgment in carrying out instructions
• Minimum dexterity required for use of hand and power tools
• Able to operate under pressure
• Able to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance
• Able to have good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to have a valid Drivers License

Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED required
• 1 year experience as a Machine Operator I required

Working Conditions

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Conditions for this position include the ability to work in cramped spaces, to stand approximately 8 hours per day, able to stoop and reach around on a constant basis, able to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing plant environment, able to see, hear, speak and use hands and fingers to use tools and equipment.