Manufacturing Team Member

About the role

ClarkDietrich, a leading manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and interior and exterior finishing products in North America, fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. As a Manufacturing Team Member, you will safely set up, operate, and adjust metal forming equipment using appropriate tools and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation
  • Sets up, operates, and adjusts metal forming equipment using appropriate tools and procedures.
  • Keeps mill operating according to operating procedures and in good condition.
  • Operates cutback saw safely and to order specifications.
  • Maintains a clean mill and surrounding area, free of obstruction.
  • Performs all changeovers using appropriate tooling, including changing punches and shear dies.
  • Meets machine goals and assists in training co-workers.
  • Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
• Safety
  • Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
  • Performs Lockout Procedure as required by mill-specific Lockout JSA.
  • Wears and maintains all required PPE.
  • Understands all safety devices and their operation.
  • Notifies management if safety devices are malfunctioning or missing prior to machine operation.
• Quality
  • Performs quality checks, including:
    • Using a tape measure to check length, width, and hole spacing.
    • Using a micrometer to measure product thickness periodically.
    • Performing routine checks for straightness, bow, and camber.
    • Checking part dimensions using appropriate tools.
    • Maintaining all quality paperwork legibly.
• Maintenance
  • Performs routine maintenance and notifies maintenance personnel of any machine issues that could slow production, cause safety concerns, or lead to further problems.
  • Assists maintenance personnel as directed.
• Housekeeping
  • Maintains a clean, organized workstation.
• Other Duties
  • Assists material handlers with changing coils and follows reject policy on rejected steel.
  • Directs, assists, and trains helpers to perform necessary functions.
  • Completes required paperwork to specification.

Requirements

• Qualifications
  • Mechanically inclined.
  • Problem solver.
  • Team oriented.
• Education and/or Experience
  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Military equivalent recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.
• Physical Requirements
  • Lifting: Up to 50 lbs.
  • Standing: 8 or more hours per day.
  • Walking: Off and on, 4-6 hours per day.
  • Body Positions: Squatting, bending, flexing, and extending both arms.
  • Grasping: Both hands, up to 8 hours per day.
  • Sitting: None.
  • Pushing Effort: Carts of finished product and tools, up to 50 lbs.
  • Pulling: Tools and finished product, up to 15 lbs.
  • Climbing (ladders/stairs): Occasionally.
• Mathematical Skills
  • Basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and converting fractions into decimals.
  • Ability to read a tape measure, caliper, and micrometer accurately.
• Work Environment
  • Manufacturing facility exposed to heat and cold.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required at all times.
  • Noise-controlled environment.
  • High activity level with continuous overhead crane and forklift movement.

Benefits

• Tiered wage system with promotions based on ability.
• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Life Insurance).
• Monthly Bonus.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation.
• Perfect Attendance Award.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Community Service Day.