Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC•Oklahoma City, OK

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager and/or Supervisor of Manufacturing Operations, operates any of the following equipment: fin press, expander press, and hairpin tubing press or to perform leak test, rework, or a variety of assembly operations. Sets up and operates automatic or semiautomatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Monitors meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications. Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor adjustments and repairs to equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts which requires the use of protective gear to ensure safety. Ability to personally live safe and hold themselves and other team members accountable by having their back in support of our Safety core value.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
Completion of some secondary/trade school technical and/or general business course is preferred.
Ability to follow written directions for proper changeover procedures.
Understand and implement proper changeover procedures.
General sheet metal knowledge.
Some knowledge and experience in Quality Assurance.
Attention to detail.
Good math skills are preferred to interpret drawings and specifications.
Able to lift and/or move heavy objects/components, frequently up to 25lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work in repetitive motions and pressure involving fingers, hands, and wrists.
Able to stand for prolonged periods on a concrete floor.
Able to walk, reach with hands and arms, push, pull, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Must have demonstrated ability to communicate (speak, read, write) in English.
Able to work independently and with others.
Wear safety gear at all times.
Must be able to work overtime.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operations

Responsibilities

Read and follow written instructions and basic mechanical drawing specifications for equipment operations and changeover requirements.
Performs work by hand and with fixtures and machines, such as drilling, screwing, and bolting necessary to assembly work, disassembles as required.
May perform operations such as sizing copper tubing to coil fin.
Monitor meters, gauges, valves, viscosity, temperatures, pressures, related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specification.
Perform machine and quality checks as outlined in the work standards.
Immediately report any out of specification product to the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
Account for machine scrap.
Complete all required scrap tags and labels for scrap tracking.
Process scrap as directed by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
Report and assist maintenance crew in the repair, adjustments, and preventative maintenance.
Complete any required reports as directed by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
Comply with all activities related to product safety, legality, regulatory compliance and quality.
Maintain a clean working environment and follow all safety guidelines and policies always.
Report any unsafe conditions to the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
Maintain good communication with team members.
Verify use of correct materials by inspection and parts lists; identify and correct process and material defects.
Perform basic math calculations to maintain accurate counts of parts produced, adequate parts supply.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Perform other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.