Machine Operator (Slotting/Cut & Drill)

About the Role

This position involves advanced assembly tasks, potentially including leading or training others, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to handle non-routine situations. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, reading complex blueprints, operating machinery, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The role often requires more experience and a deeper understanding of the processes than a standard assembler position.

Responsibilities

• General assembly labor using standard drill presses, punch presses, cutoff saws, and boxing equipment.
• Set up templates for drill and saw fixtures.
• Properly assemble, produce, and package products by following all specifications and procedures as outlined in the company product specification manual.
• Report daily tasks performed on the production sheet. Record scrap and “cut-downs.”
• Report all inventory problems.
• Inspect quality of units produced.
• Follow prescribed or standard safety regulations.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is highly desirable but not required.
• One year of general labor experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, or willingness to learn.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• The ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

Educational Background

• Basic mathematical skills to work with decimals and fractions.
• Tape measurement skills and ability to measure using metric and standard systems.
• The ability to read, write, and follow non-complex instructions (e.g., reading floor prints and blueprints).

Highly Qualified Candidates

• High School Diploma or GED.
• More than one year of experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in working with composites or in a similar manufacturing environment.

Job Training & Skill Development

• Basic understanding to make most necessary demolding decisions within three months.
• Total comprehension of the job within one year.

Decision Making

The incumbent must be able to voice concerns and provide feedback on all production, quality, and safety issues regarding the scope of this position.

Physical Effort

• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Able to balance; bend/stoop; climb stairs; crawl; crouch; climb ladders; kneel; push/pull; reach above shoulder; perform repetitive motion; squat; and feel.
• Complete repetitive movements.
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds.
• Work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions and around dust.
• Exposure to hazards in the work environment such as chemicals, oil, and power industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision).
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave.
• Work-life support.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services, and more.