Machine Operator

About the Role

This 1st Shift Machine Operator sets up and operates machine tools such as compression molding presses, blenders, ovens, and routing machines.

Responsibilities

• Follows job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, tooling instructions, fixtures, and equipment settings.
• Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder.
• Moves controls to position press and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and pressures.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of work piece to specifications.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to measure parts using micrometers, calipers or other measuring tools.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Clear communication, both oral and written.
• Organization skills; keep area clean to 5S standards.
• Prior shop or mechanical experience desired.
• Must work according to safety policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Walks, stands, reaches, and bends frequently.
• Periodic lifting of moderate to heavy items may be required.
• Possesses good hand/eye coordination.
• Normal operations require eye protection, steel-toed shoes, and ear protection.
• Hot works requires aprons, heat resistant gloves, sleeves, and aprons.
• Chemical process requires face shield and mask.
• Additional safety equipment may be required.
• Illness or injury from materials present in normal working environment is unlikely.
• Exposure to normal machine shop environment with periodic noise.
• Limited disagreeable factors present.
• Certain environments may fall under the site's respiratory protection program where they would be required to pass a medical evaluation and undergo a respirator fit test.

Bonus

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental employee and dependent life insurance.
• Optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance.
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence.
• Paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days, paid sick leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Business travel services.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

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