Machine Operator I (2nd Shift)
About The Position
This is an entry-level position under the direction of the Production Supervisor. A Machine Operator I works with frequent guidance from senior personnel within established procedures within the functional area of the metals or felt value stream. Responsible for the safe set up and operation of production machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Arktura LLC is a widely published company headquartered in a fast-paced design office and manufacturing facility in Los Angeles, CA. We design, develop, and manufacture a variety of façade systems, interior wall and ceiling systems, custom art installations on a full range of state-of-the-art equipment, in our 100,000 sf facility.
Requirements
- Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain machinery effectively
- Possess basic arithmetic and computer skills
- Comfortable using hand tooling and basic measuring equipment, tolerances are key
- Understand oral and written instructions with ability to learn quickly, meet deadlines, and maintain equipment
- Communication and people skills; team player willing to learn.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (i.e., ability to wear required PPE, work in a dusty, hot, non-climate-controlled environment; with stairs, frequent walking, standing and occasional lifting of material).
- Ability to work off shift hours in support of plant initiatives.
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in core production roles within 90 days of hire.
- Must be able to work 2nd shift (1:30pm-10:00pm)
- High school diploma or GED (Required)
- Minimum of 1 year machine operating experience
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
- Knowledge of G-Code (May be required based on position)
- CalOSHA 10 (preferred)
- OSHA Forklift Certification (preferred)
- CPR & First Aid Certification (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Clocks to and perform transactions in Shop-Trak; providing updates status on projects, material moves, and scrap for all operations
- Load, unload, receive, and store raw materials and supplies
- Prepare machines to start a production cycle٫ performing calibration٫ cleaning and other activities efficiently IAW quality standards and established safety procedures
- Use computer aided manufacturing programs to monitors, controls, and adjusts machine settings while operating machinery and/or equipment, according to specifications.
- Perform periodic checks on machinery and/or equipment and solve problems as detected, trouble shoot issues that occur during shift, and m aintain operator logs
- Completes work as required to meet production and schedule requirements
- Performs minor repairs and routine preventative maintenance on machines to include cleaning scrap trays and filters.
- Assist peers and/or cross train on other machines/equipment as needed.
- Works with peers to Identify product defects and report necessary nonconformances to Supervisor, and/or Quality Inspector
- Works with peers to coordinate movement parts and/or products to the next step operation
- Follows safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as required
- Maintains equipment and work areas; cleans and performs basic repairs as needed.
Benefits
- 401k with employee match
- robust health care options
- paid time off
- professional development
- casual dress code
- free snacks
- quarterly events
- community service activities
- access to 100’s of discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through LifeMart such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
- Employee Resource Groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
