Engine Machine Operator

Estes Industries•Penrose, CO

6d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Estes Rockets, located in Penrose, CO, the world-renowned leading manufacturer of innovative hobby products for the model rocket industry, is looking for an Engine Machine Operator to run engine machines that make Estes model rocket motors/engines.

Requirements

Must be able to perform minor maintenance on machines, repair or replace parts, clamps, pushrods, rams, drifts, pneumatic cylinders, and pneumatic switches
Must be able to perform manual labor
Must possess manual dexterity
Good hand eye coordination is required
Must maintain excellent attendance
Good math skills as they apply to production and inventory counts
Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor and peers verbally and in writing
Must be able to work alone with indirect supervision of lead person and engine manufacturing supervisor
High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be at least 21 years old
Must be able to work overtime as directed

Responsibilities

Set up and load machine with assigned engine type
Inspect engines being produced
Fill out labels for engine type and daily production paperwork
Wear protective equipment including safety glasses, earplugs, coveralls, conductive boots, and conductive wrist straps
Follow all safety procedures and all engine manufacturing procedures
Assist in unloading black powder and delay powder shipments
Communicate any problems to engine manufacturing supervisor or engine manufacturing lead operator
Test model rocket engines
Adjust on powder measures
Keep machine and work area clean
Other duties as directed by department manager