Machine Operator - Salem, IN MFG

Roles And Responsibilities

• Do appropriate set up for the parts to be run and verify the set up.
• Absorb the accuracy of the first good, machined part to ensure it meets the specifications documented on the SOR and the Load Card.
• Absorb the set up meets or exceeds all safety requirements.
• Document that the checkout procedure occurred.
• Able to identify different wood species.
• Inspect parts for compliance to tolerances, quantities, etc. per Shop Order Release (SOR)/specifications or guidelines.
• Document necessary information on time sheet, SOR, and Plant Monitoring and Control (PM & C).
• Keep work space and equipment clean and well organized.
• Perform proper preventive maintenance as required on any equipment being used.
• Follow all safety guidelines and uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify nonconformities and follow nonconforming product procedures and be aware of disposition authority.
• Implement process improvements.
• Support the Vision and Guiding Principles and other policies of Kimball International and National Office Furniture.
• Follow and support the Quality system.
• Performs job rotation as directed.
• Support our Environmental Management System (EMS).

Skills

• Team Oriented
• Strong drive for success
• Customer centric
• Possess a high degree of integrity
• Ability to keep humor in the workplace
• Ability to build & sustain relationships
• Flexible and open to change
• Tactful Assertive
• Positive attitude
• Patent
• Honest and ethical
• Communication Skills
• Good listener
• Effective communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Persuasive and credible
• Ability to adapt to and manage change
• Good relationship builder
• Ability to motivate effectively
• Business Skills
• Understands how they influence results
• Results focused
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Environmentally conscious
• Technical Skills
• Able to read a tape measure to 1/64"
• Able to read a caliper to 1/64"
• Able to comprehend and follow directions on a load card
• Able to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines
• Able to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently
• Skilled in the use of air driven hand tools
• Able to set up machine to specifications
• Understands/follows proper lockout procedures
• Able to perform preventative maintenance to machine, tools/equipment
• Able to set up and maintain forms as appropriate
• Able to use required gauges and measuring devices
• Able to use load moving devices
• Able to identify nonconformities

Qualifications

• Able to write legibly
• Able to read and comprehend required documents
• Able to accomplish required math
• Minimum of 4 weeks on the job training