Threadmill Operator

What You’ll Do

• Setup and operate a variety of machinery to blueprint specifications.
• Produce parts to the highest-level finishes and tolerances.
• Use various measuring tools and instruments for precision measuring.
• Read part drawings with sectional views.
• Move controls to set specified speeds, feed rates, and spacing between wheel faces.
• Lifts and positions work piece manually or with a hoist and secures it between wheels and on work rest.
• Work independently; assist less experienced machinist.
• Demonstrate personal leadership; actively participate in or lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrate flexibility when confronted with high stress or emergency situations, priority changes, or new assignments.
• Interact professionally when interacting with customers and employees.
• Produce and maintain a consistent quality of work.
• Recommend improvements for area product and processes.
• Set the department standards in areas of housekeeping, attendance and teamwork by example.
• Practice good communication with employees at all levels.

Basic Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintain math skills - basic math skills required, advanced preferred; general computer skills; knowledge and understanding of various measuring devices.
• Equipment knowledge - load, unload, move, stack and stage product and materials using forklift; use of overhead crane; maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

Great To Haves

• Dependable, honest, quick learner, good communication skills and team player
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including any days, shift, and weekends to ensure that the customer demand is met
• Problem Solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations
• Written communication – must be able to complete required paperwork and provide information needed by subsequent shift workers, coworkers and supervisors
• Reading – read and understand written instructions, blueprints, job travelers, etc.
• Listening – understand and retain oral job-related information and instructions received from coworkers and supervisors. Listen for alarms and monitor equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Seeing – visually monitor machine to ensure proper mechanics are maintained and identify problems; specifically paying attention to detail.

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, walk
• Use hands to handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Crouch
• Lift items as heavy as 25lbs
• Specifically pay attention to detail