Ficep Operator

Big Top Manufacturing, LLC • Perry, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The FICEP Operator reports directly to the Hardware/Finishing Supervisor and is responsible for meeting immediate and short-term production objectives assigned by the Production Manager. The role involves producing quality parts on time, accurately operating FICEP equipment, maintaining material stock, minimizing waste, and caring for equipment. Near-perfect attendance and punctuality are required, and employees are expected to be in their department before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime may be required to meet production needs.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities and is classified as non-exempt. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may change at management’s discretion, and overtime is required as needed to support production goals. The work environment ranges from 15°F to 110°F and includes regular heavy lifting and prolonged periods of operating tools and machinery.

Big Top describes its culture as guided by excellence, teamwork, ownership, and solution-oriented work. The company states that it aims to empower employees to contribute to shared goals.

Requirements

• Be a team player.
• Have time-management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Be able to operate a forklift and obtain certification within three months; on-the-job training is provided.
• Have a basic understanding of hand tools and their proper use.
• Be able to operate FICEP equipment; on-the-job training is provided.
• Be able to read a tape measure to 1/16 inch.
• Be proficient in decimal and inch calculations.
• Be able to follow company safety procedures and processes.
• Have one year of work history or military service with honorable discharge.
• Be able to accurately exchange information with coworkers and management.
• Be able to regularly lift 50 pounds.
• Be able to climb, balance, lift, walk, stoop, bend, push, pull, and carry materials while traversing facilities and machinery.
• Be able to remain at a workstation for long periods while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
• Have the manual dexterity to evaluate, modify, and operate machinery and equipment.
• Have the visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts.
• Meet the position’s attendance and punctuality expectations.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and meet quality standards.
• Read and verify complex sketches before producing parts, checking angle size and thickness against the sketch and inspecting pieces in process.
• Accurately count the number of pieces produced.
• Operate the FICEP efficiently so angle parts are accurately drawn out for production.
• Keep the Hardware and Weld Shop stocked with department-specific parts.
• Keep the angle warehouse stocked; order stocked parts when low and specialty metals in advance.
• Minimize material waste.
• Care for and perform preventive maintenance on equipment in use.
• Follow safety guidelines and report violations, accidents, and near misses to the supervisor.
• Assist with training new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
• Follow instructions from the Hardware/Finishing Supervisor.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area and throughout the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, with premiums 100% employer-paid after 60 days.
• Dental insurance, with premiums 100% employer-paid after 60 days.
• Vision insurance, with premiums 100% employer-paid after 60 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Free short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Generous vacation allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED