Machine Operator - Spin Line (1st Shift)

About the Role

Machine Operators complete a variety of maintenance, development, and operations tasks that promote the efficient production of parts in the Spin Line department.

Responsibilities

• Take instructions from the foundry lead person to determine work processes
• Weight specified amounts of materials as needed by each project module
• Operate and calibrate machinery to make it process-ready
• Use various hand tools
• Ensure that ventilation procedures are followed throughout the procedure
• Install and remove steel jackets and bands used for holding snap molds together
• Sort casting into pairs, and pull reinforcing wires from castings
• Remove castings from molds and place them in setting rings
• Perform preventative and regular maintenance on job-specified equipment
• Ensure that all work areas are properly cleaned and maintained
• Band setter: set bands
• Chuck Cleaner: clean and maintain chucks
• Fork Out: fork castings out of spin table, weigh castings, hang on casting chain
• Runner Box: repair and maintain runner boxes, assist in changeovers
• Labor/Slagger: slag boxes, maintain intermediate ladle
• Blast Operator/Inspector Stacker/Rework: measure castings, inspect casting, remove splattered iron from castings, operate HP grinder, place castings on the appropriate pallet and tag correctly, measure daily production
• Fork Truck Operator: drive fork truck, locate product in proper areas of the plant, move material and equipment where needed
• Monitor/log/record process
• Assist in changeovers
• Operate industrial-powered equipment
• Cross-train other employees as required

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Prior production machine operator experience, 1-2 years preferred
• Ability to obtain certification to drive industrial powered equipment (e.g., Fork Truck)
• Ability to interpret production schedules and build specifications
• Ability to work overtime, as production demands require
• Must be able to utilize torque wrenches according to specs
• Must pass drug and alcohol screen and remain drug-free throughout the term of employment
• Must follow all safety practices and policies

Physical Demands

• Constant standing, walking, reaching, balancing, cervical spine motion, lower extremities, and simple grasp
• Frequent use of firm grasping, fine manipulation, and pitching
• Frequent forward bending, squatting, kneeling, and climbing
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs

Environmental Conditions

• Non-temperature-controlled manufacturing facility
• Must wear eye, ear, and foot protection

Behavioral Traits

• Production - Adopting a strong orientation toward achievement, holding high expectations for yourself and others, pushing yourself and others to achieve at high levels
• Cooperation - Accommodating the needs and interests of others by being willing to defer performance on your own objectives in order to assist colleagues with theirs
• Consensual - Valuing the ideas and opinions of others and collecting their input as part of your decision-making process
• Listening - Understands and learns from what others say
• Attention to Detail - Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks
• Teamwork - Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables
• Safety Focus - Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, travel, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401K plans
• Pension plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Financial assistance programs for adoption or further education
• Comprehensive wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program supporting proactive management of overall health and wellness