Operator, Machinist

About the role

This is an entry-level position where the operator functions as a member of an area team directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. The role requires strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills to support the organization.

Responsibilities

• Able to set up, edit, and operate lathes and mills.
• Versed in rotary or indexing capability as applied to vertical and horizontal machine centers.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner using proper feed and speed.
• Takes corrective actions to solve problems to the root cause level.
• Assesses equipment operating reliability and performs routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting.
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance.
• Demonstrates a high degree of ownership for product quality: checks parts to ensure specifications are met according to print.
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions, and production inventories.
• Operates a lift truck with certification.
• Reviews, acknowledges, and follows the Company Safety Policy, including wearing safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.
• Performs other duties as assigned due to the needs of the business.

Requirements

• Completion of an apprenticeship program or technical school preferred.
• One (1) year of work experience within manufacturing or a technical and/or trade discipline.
• Demonstrated competency in computer and PC software, including MS Office and email.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles.
• Physical capacity profile and drug screen required.

Skills

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment.
• Ability to execute agreed tasks and deadlines against performance criteria (KPI).
• Result orientation, ability to follow through and respect deadlines.
• Proactive and organized.
• Ability to manage confidential information.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to loud noises and machinery with moving parts.
• Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, sitting for extended periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.