LSA Fabrication - Apprentice Operator

Oscar Winski Company•Lafayette, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of processing equipment. They are responsible for accurately and efficiently producing products to customer requirements and standards provided on the work order. The Apprentice Operator, once trained, is responsible for completing all equipment safety checks before use.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent, required
Ability to learn and understand AX
Must have the ability to effectively read a tape measure
Must have the ability to proactively maintain machines
Must pay attention to detail
Good math, verbal, mechanical, and analytical skills
Must have the ability to work on a team as well as independently
Basic computer and printer use
Steel square use
Understanding of production procedures
Must be able to work safely, watch out for the safety of others, and maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints or mechanical drawings
Must be able to communicate effectively and lead others
Must be able to effectively train others on assigned machine
Must have pride in work, be very cautious of product appearance, and desire to keep machinery in good working condition
Ability to understand and follow Safe Job procedures and safety documentation
Ability to understand and follow training documents
Understand and follow PPE requirements
Understand and follow operator cleaning and inspection frequency

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer, etc.), preferred
Prior experience working in manufacturing, preferred
Prior experience working with AX to process orders, preferred
Prior experience with inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers, preferred

Responsibilities

Process work orders from AX software
Measure materials before and after using tape measures, calipers, and steal squares
Operate machine from the work area
Label and package finished products
Run material according to production schedule
Match material tags with work order
Assist with moving materials
Inspect machine parts before and after operation
Perform safety checks on machines prior to production
Understand production rates and run order per work order
Call Quality for 1st/mid/last piece inspections
Measure and record required QA checks
Review operator troubleshooting program
Review and understand machine PM’s
Understand and follow operator cleaning and inspection frequency
Assist in good housekeeping practices – keep work area and walkway clean and free of debris
Report to supervisor when supplies are low
Other duties as assigned