Equipment Operator I - 3rd shift

SCHROEDER INDUSTRIES LLC•Cumberland, MD

7d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator I is responsible for operating various saw equipment and/or ultrasonic welding machinery to prepare material to specified sizes and quantities in accordance with work orders, bills of materials, manufacturing specifications, and engineering drawings. This role involves reading and interpreting production instructions, setting up and operating machinery, verifying requirements, and ensuring quality standards are met. The position also requires adherence to safety regulations, maintaining a clean work area, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
Ability to follow written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions finished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Must adhere to all safety rules in effect for the location while performing job responsibilities, including customer and supplier locations.
Must meet requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements in designated manufacturing areas, including safety shoes and safety glasses.
When working off-site, the employee is expected to comply with site-specific safety requirements and instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in fluid power industry and/or manufacturing environment is preferred.
Prior saw or machine operation experience is preferred.
ERP experience is preferred; SAP experience is a plus.
Computer experience including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret production work instructions, work orders, bills of materials/operations, and quality plans.
Set up and operate the ultrasonic welding equipment and saws in accordance with work instructions and work orders.
Verify seam type requirements based on work orders; perform cuts using handheld rotary shears as needed.
Operate and maintain automatic band saws to ensure optimal performance.
Complete tasks efficiently to meet production schedules and deadlines.
Retrieve materials from storage racks or shuttle locations as required.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Use fixed and variable measuring equipment accurately to ensure quality standards are met.
Cross train on different job tasks within the department.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 6S practices.
Follow all safety policies and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Work overtime as needed to meet operational demands.
Perform other duties as assigned.