Machine Operator (CNC)- 3rd shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment before starting work to ensure it is in safe operating condition and that all required preventative maintenance checks have been completed.
• Perform routine maintenance as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to ensure that specifications and tolerances are met.
• Obtain material, parts, and tools as needed to complete the job.
• Set up, adjust, and operate equipment in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner to produce required parts.
• Work to reduce scrap and improve quality.
• Check work to make sure it meets specifications and tolerances.
• May include but not limited to washing, painting, and spraying in a paint booth.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, including recording labor data.
• Comply with OSHA Standards.
• May be assigned to other tasks as needed to meet workload demands.
• Keep the Supervisor advised of any quality problems, concerns, delays, etc.
• Advise the Supervisor of any maintenance work.
• Maintain an orderly and safe work environment.
• Suggest methods improvements or alternate methods and materials to reduce cost and/or improve quality.
• Wear all required PPE such as shoes, gloves, sleeves, safety glasses, face shields, respirators, hearing protection, heat-shielding hoods, jackets, fall protection, etc.
• Able to work in adverse climate conditions (hot, cold, dark, loud, etc.).
• Able to work in small spaces, kneeling or bending for extended periods.
• Demonstrate and embrace all the Wabash Values and Leadership Principles in daily activities.

Qualifications

• A high school degree or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Basic reading/writing and verbal skills.
• General computer skills (Excel and Word).
• Strong math skills.
• Ability to read and use tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Able to exercise independent judgment when performing responsibilities.
• Ensure that there is a Winning Together mentality to eliminate the “shift versus shift” mentality.
• Shares information with others to help them perform their responsibilities safely and efficiently.
• Copes successfully with unexpected events throughout the day.
• Able to work independently, as well as collectively, with other Techs, operators, maintenance, and engineers.
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes tasks on time.
• High standards for minimal unplanned absences (critical position to daily operational success).
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Tools & Equipment

• Personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Hammers.
• Wrenches.
• Hoists.
• Circular Saws.
• Drills.
• Impacts.
• Routers.

Benefits

• Vacation.
• Paid Holidays.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Included.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• 401k with match.

Working Conditions/Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention.
• All employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands

• Requires a minimum of 10 hours standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of motion.
• Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an environment requiring the use of a ladder or stairs.

Behavioral Attributes

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem.
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives.
• Knows and confidently communicates information.
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safely and efficiently.
• Copes successfully with unexpected events.
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives.
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time.

Leadership Attributes

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle or settle for the status quo.
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash.