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Atkore•Cartersville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Atkore is seeking a Fabrication Machine Operator based in Cartersville, Georgia. Reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, this role performs pre-operation activities to ensure proper startup and operation of multiple pieces of equipment, then operates and monitors equipment to support quality production and minimize unplanned stops. Experience in lean manufacturing or in a business-system-based company is desired. The work takes place in a manufacturing plant that is not climate controlled. The position requires standing and working a 10-hour shift, frequent lifting of materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds, and use of safety equipment such as eye protection, hearing protectors, and safety work shoes. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. Overtime may be required. The stated good-faith estimate of pay is $20.00 per hour, plus a $1.00-per-hour second-shift differential. Other compensation may include overtime, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives. Benefits are subject to eligibility and vesting requirements. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

Experience as a Machine Operator.
Knowledge of production procedures.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
Analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Teamwork skills.
Physical stamina and strength, including ability to handle heavy equipment.
Ability to work independently and multitask.
Ability to stand and work a 10-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Ability to frequently lift materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds.
Use required safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, and safety work shoes; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports Atkore’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred).
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in lean manufacturing or a business-system-based company.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in Atkore’s safety program.
Cross-train in different areas of the shop as required.
Use required safety controls and personal protective equipment (PPE) for all processes.
Follow standardized work and safe work practices in a fast-paced, high-speed continuous-improvement environment.
Perform pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation across multiple pieces of equipment.
Operate and monitor multiple pieces of equipment to ensure quality production and minimize unplanned stops.
Communicate with team members and support teams to sustain production of the correct product at high quality, with minimal wasted time and materials.
Perform housekeeping and sanitation.
Within three months, understand how the role supports Atkore’s strategy and gain an understanding of the team and its training materials and procedures.