Machine Operator I - 1st Shift - NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Manufacturing Partners IncorporatedBecker Township, MN
$20 - $22Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I role focuses on maintaining average set-ups on CNC machines, possessing a working knowledge of machine tools, and making necessary offsets to ensure parts are within print tolerances. This role involves in-process inspection of daily production parts and requires completion of all level 1 requirements before progressing to level II. New hires in this position can expect to earn between $20 to $22 per hour, based on experience. The position also involves learning essential functions such as basic blueprint reading, using common inspection equipment like micrometers and calipers, maintaining efficiency and quality levels, adhering to attendance policies, performing inspection activities accurately, maintaining a clean work area, demonstrating care for company equipment, following routine machine procedures, understanding MPI policies, signing out tools, maintaining average set-ups or seeking assistance, understanding fixtures and gaging, performing daily preventative maintenance (5S), deburring parts, preventing part damage through proper material handling, being ready to work at the start of the shift, reporting quality or machine issues immediately, emptying chips as necessary, performing assigned tasks, and following safety guidelines. Non-essential functions include a minimum of one year of experience on similar machines, 200 hours of machine shop schooling, or 12 months of MPI shop experience prior to level II consideration, and assisting in other areas of the facility as needed.

Requirements

  • No previous machining experience necessary.
  • Shall meet the company’s “Permission to Play Values”: Ethical/Integrity, Optimism, Adaptable, and Vulnerable Trust.
  • Shall be aligned with and demonstrate the company’s “Core Values”: Lack of Ego, Sense of Humor, Growth Oriented/Play to Win, and Humanity.
  • Shall follow and promote MPI’s Safety Policies and Procedures.
  • Must be able to move and transport 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. on occasion.
  • Must be able to maintain a stationary position for the entire shift.
  • Must be able to reach above shoulders and rotate torso 60% of the shift.
  • Must be able to work shift hours and days as assigned.
  • Must work at an acceptable pace to meet current cycle times.
  • Must be able to work on multiple machines as assigned.
  • Must wear personal protection equipment as required including, but not limited to, hearing protection, non-slip shoes, safety glasses.
  • All offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen.
  • Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception.
  • Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance.

Nice To Haves

  • One-year minimum experience on similar machines or 200 hours of machine shop schooling or 12 months minimum MPI shop experience prior to level II consideration.
  • Assist in other areas of the facility as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain average set ups on CNC machines.
  • Make necessary offsets to keep parts in print tolerances.
  • Perform in-process inspection of daily production parts.
  • Complete all level 1 requirements prior to transferring to level II.
  • Perform basic blueprint reading.
  • Use common inspection equipment: Read a micrometer, dial Vernier caliper, plug gages, test indicators, depth mics, etc.
  • Maintain efficiency levels on assigned machines per determined goals.
  • Maintain a high level of quality.
  • Maintain an attendance and tardiness record within set limits of company policy.
  • Perform inspection activities and fill out the Quality Characteristic Control Report with minimal mistakes.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area over the duration of your shift.
  • Demonstrate a concern for company equipment and the proper use of it.
  • Follow all routine machine procedures.
  • Know all MPI policies and procedures as explained in the company handbook.
  • Sign tools out of the Matrix cabinet.
  • Maintain average set ups or seek assistance to keep machines running.
  • Understand the use of fixtures and fixture gaging.
  • Complete the machine preventative daily maintenance. (5S)
  • Deburr parts per the work instructions as required.
  • Prevent part damage through proper material handling techniques.
  • Be at your machine, ready to work at the start of your shift.
  • Notify the shift lead person immediately if quality problems or machine issues arise.
  • Empty chips as necessary during the shift and immediately before the end of the shift.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the shift lead person.
  • Follow good safety habits and the company’s safety guidelines.
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