General Machine Operator- 1st Shift (3085)

Nidec Motor Corporation•Lexington, TN

31d•$21 - $25

About The Position

Nidec is seeking passionate, hard-working individuals to join its production staff. The General Machine Operator sets up and operates production machinery according to established procedures and guidelines. The operator reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, prints, and detailed instructions to select, position, and secure machinery, then adjusts machine settings to complete work accurately and on time. The role includes operating trim presses, brakes, and other metal-forming machinery, evaluating output for quality, and maintaining a safe and orderly work area. The position requires knowledge of commonly used practices and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines under immediate supervision; it typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is stated in the job description; the additional details qualify a High School Diploma/GED as 'Maybe Required.'
Ability to read, write, and understand shop math.
Ability to read drawings and prints, use scales and other measuring instruments, and perform own setups.
The description states 0–2 years of experience in the field or a related area, with possible apprenticeship and/or formal training in the specialty.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate trim presses, brakes, and a variety of other metal-forming machinery.
Continuously evaluate output to ensure products meet quality requirements.
Work from detailed instructions and prints.
Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.
Observe good safety practices while performing the job.
Perform other job duties as assigned by a Supervisor or Team Leader.