Machine Operator I

About the role

Performs the manufacturing responsibilities detailed below for the area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Follow all environmental, health, and safety requirements, including proper use of equipment and MSDS labeling systems
• Start up and shut down mold sizing presses according to standard procedures
• Remove parts from mold and sizing presses and ensure proper handling
• Load, unload, and adjust ovens to maintain production requirements
• Perform component assembly as needed
• Inspect parts in accordance with process sheets and quality standards
• Enter inspection and production data into the Plex system
• Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC), including completing X-bar & R charts
• Maintain accurate documentation (Alerts, CARS, RFCs, Travelers, Process Sheets, SPC records)
• Conduct sinter checks and monitor product quality throughout the process
• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently
• Use gauges and measuring tools to verify part specifications
• Perform quality checks, final inspection, and leak testing
• Inspect, wash, and pack parts (Keystone unit) according to standards
• Manage non-conforming materials using the NCM system
• Handle scrap materials in accordance with company procedures
• Maintain workplace organization and cleanliness following 5S standards
• Complete required training, including Plexus-specific training
• Complete other duties as assigned

Requirements

• ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001/Q4 Awareness
• Respective attitude towards others
• Communication skills necessary to work with people outside the team
• Demonstrates ability to act with limited direction
• Demonstrates ability to get results through others
• Demonstrates ability to give both positive and negative feedback
• Ethical practice
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Health and safety
• Limited computer applications
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Practical thinking
• Understands multiple basic decision making and problem-solving techniques
• Understands requirements of other jobs performed by the team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to read and understand process sheets and quality standards
• Basic understanding of statistical process control (SPC)
• Ability to operate production machinery safely and efficiently
• Ability to use gauges and measuring tools to verify part specifications
• Ability to perform quality checks, final inspection, and leak testing
• Ability to manage non-conforming materials using the NCM system
• Ability to handle scrap materials in accordance with company procedures
• Ability to maintain workplace organization and cleanliness following 5S standards
• Ability to complete required training, including Plexus-specific training

Skills

• ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001/Q4 Awareness
• Respective attitude towards others
• Communication skills necessary to work with people outside the team
• Demonstrates ability to act with limited direction
• Demonstrates ability to get results through others
• Demonstrates ability to give both positive and negative feedback
• Ethical practice
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Health and safety
• Limited computer applications
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Practical thinking
• Understanding of multiple basic decision making and problem-solving techniques
• Understanding of requirements of other jobs performed by the team

Benefits

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are typically 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our careers page at www.dauch.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.