Lathe Operator

Marathon Electric•Lebanon, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lathe Operator in the Shaft Department is responsible for turning bar stock into a completed shaft. This work is performed under minimal supervision and attention to order details is required.

Requirements

Ability to use a computer with clear instructions and procedures.
2 or more years of manufacturing experience.
Basic computer skills required.
Basic mathematic calculation of multiplication and division are a must.
Ability to read and interpret air gages.
Ability to read and interpret micrometers.
Ability to read and understand shaft prints.
Effectively communicate and work in a team environment and with all levels of management.
Above average attendance record.
Strong work ethic.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills required.
Ability to multitask while being complete and thorough in following documented procedures.
Ability to escalate production and downtime issues to get them resolved in a timely fashion.
Ability & willingness to adapt to change and exhibit a desire to improve every day.
Must be able to manipulate large motors on a regular basis.
Physically capable of lifting up to 20-35 pounds frequently and 26-50 pounds occasionally, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, squatting, and standing for 8 hours shifts.
Must be physically capable of walking up and down stair cases at minimum 2 times daily.
While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly stand and use hands and arms for the duration of their shift pushing and pulling motors.
Some overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

Ability to visually verify per job instructions.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow multiple instructions at one time.
Actively participate in cross training though out the department to improve and broaden the employees skill set.
Ability to move pans of bar stock to designated work station.
Remove blanks out of the pan and load them into the machine. (hoist parts if needed)
Once the machine has completed it’s task associate will remove the blank from the machine.
Ability to install endmills.
Work productively and ensure timely flow of orders through the department.
Demonstrate continued improvement in the areas of quality and productivity.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies and in line with company core values.
Ability to adhere to the company’s PPE requirements.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Tracking and organizing orders as they come and go from different areas of the department.
Other duties as assigned.