Machine Operator I - 3rd Shift

Ideal Tridon•Boyertown, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Campbell Fittings, part of the Ideal Tridon Group, is seeking Machine Operators (Ferrule Cell Setup/Operators) for their 3rd shift. This role involves operating and setting up ferrule production equipment to process steel and stainless steel coil stock. The company is a leader in engineering and manufacturing hose fittings, couplings, ferrules, and sleeves, known for quality and innovation. Ideal Tridon Group is a worldwide leader in clamps, strut, hose supports, conduit, fittings, and coupling solutions with over 100 years of experience.

Requirements

Prior machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
Mechanical aptitude
Excellent communication skills including active listening
Ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently and able to ask for help when needed
Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
Must be comfortable and efficient in working in a busy open-floor environment
Must be comfortable working in a team environment as well as individually
High school diploma or equivalent
1+ years of working in a manufacturing environment preferred
Prolonged periods of standing entire shift
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must be able to bend and twist throughout entire shift.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience certification a plus
Prior machine operator experience preferred

Responsibilities

Set-up and simultaneously operate ferrule production equipment to perform blanking, rolling, welding, and forming to steel and stainless steel coil stock.
Adjust stock reel to feed material into blanking machine.
Use machine controls to determine requirements and make adjustments and/or change tools on blanking machine to feed, notch, trim, mark, and cutoff blanks.
Change mandrels and adjust table on roll forming machine as required.
Adjust heat, timing, welding gun and part location on welder.
Change dies, spacers, sinking noses, knockouts, and adjust unloader on forming press.
Place blank into rolling machine and press start button after ejection from blanking machine.
Place the part into the welder clamping fixture and start cycle when rolling is completed.
Visually inspect the part weld after welding is complete.
Place acceptable parts in finished container for sleeves or load into press if the part is a ferrule.
Verify that the previous part has been unloaded before inserting the next part.
Return to the blanking machine to repeat the process.
Check all tooling for damage and excessive wear before set-up and at tear-down on each machine.
Dismantle, clean, and replace worn parts such as trim and cutoff blades, punches, and dies on blanking machine.
Remove, sharpen, replace, and correctly adjust welding electrode.
Use forklift truck to load and unload coils of material on stock reel.
Clean and return tooling to proper storage area after use.
Keep tool storage areas clean and orderly.
Maintain tooling in good condition by notifying plant manager when wear or breakage occurs.
Replace adjustment screws, springs, bolts, and other minor parts subject to wear.
Maintain an adequate supply of drawing lubricant by informing plant manager when stock is low.
Bring empty containers for finished parts and scrap to machines and remove same to proper areas when full or job is finished using hand trucks, hydraulic pallet trucks, and forklift truck.
Visually inspect material for defects before operation.
Use rules, squares, straightedges, micrometers, and dial calipers to check work.
Remove burrs with belt sander and/or coat parts with drawing lubricant when necessary.
Adjust equipment to maintain established production rates and quality work.
Notify production control manager when problems occur.
Add hydraulic oil, drawing lubricant, and lubricate machine.
Remove dirt and excess lubricant from the machines and maintain the general work area in a clean and safe condition.
Use computer system to access part prints, operating procedures, and quality assurance forms.
Complete required daily reporting documents.
Fill out setup forms for new parts and document change forms as required.
Attach shop tickets to finished work.
Account for scrap and place in proper containers.
Follow all established safety rules and procedures including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Report defective materials and unusual or unsafe conditions to Production Control Manager and/or Plant Manager.
Performs other related or additional duties as assigned.