Machine Operator I

MW Industries Job Opportunities•Columbus, OH

19d

About The Position

The Machine Operator I operates machines within a cell and helps maintain safe, clean, and organized operations. The role involves making minor machine adjustments and repairs, performing preventative maintenance, using measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances, and inspecting work in progress to ensure quality. The operator follows schedules, procedures, safety requirements, and work or quality instructions, and may assist other operators or perform other assigned duties. The role requires frequent standing and hearing, as well as walking, reaching, lifting or lowering, pushing or pulling, and handling or finely manipulating objects. The employee frequently moves or pushes/pulls up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Vision correction is acceptable if it meets safety guidelines for the work area.

Requirements

Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and/or mechanical drawings, and in precision measurement, or become proficient through training.
Computer literacy.
Ability to use measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
Ability to use hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches.
Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Frequently lift, move, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Meet the stated vision requirements; vision correction is acceptable if it meets applicable safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is desired.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Operate various machines within the cell.
Make minor machine adjustments or notify the Lead person or Setup person when a more significant adjustment is needed.
Maintain a clean machine and organized work area.
Perform preventative maintenance, including lubricating machines when needed.
Make minor repairs and notify maintenance about other maintenance needs.
Perform tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, and transferring parts.
Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances.
Follow schedules and procedures.
Adapt to cell and team concepts and cross-training.
Ensure all safety guards are in place and in good condition.
Assist other operators when necessary.
Inspect work in progress using the equipment specified in quality or work instructions, and take responsibility for the quality of own work.
Operate a forklift (powered industrial truck).
Perform other duties as assigned.