Machine Operator II

Bradford Company•Gallatin, TN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Bradford Company is a family-owned and operated business located in Gallatin, TN. We're currently looking for hardworking and reliable production machine operators to become part of our dedicated team.

Requirements

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to use and read a tape measure.
Attention to detail and strong reliability.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
1–3 years of relevant experience and/or training preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and 5S workplace organization standards is preferred

Responsibilities

Set-up and safely operate a variety of machines (Edge Sealer, Band Saw, Framer, C-Slotter, Die Press, CNC Router) – start, stop, load, and feed.
Intimate knowledge of at least one piece of equipment.
Machine preparation and set-up.
Produce a quality part and inspect parts using a tape measure, gauges (if required) and complete first piece inspections as required.
Material handling and removal of scrap carts.
Recognize and report obvious quality problems or variations from specifications for the parts being run.
Record and report times, materials produced, and scrap.
Record and report production and/or equipment problems.
Responsible for instruction and safety of catcher if present.
Practice and promote safe work practices and intimately understand the safety equipment of the machine (e.g., curtains and safety mats if present).
Maintain a satisfactory productivity rating.
Proactively help to create and work within a team-based environment and practice effective communication skills.
Train other team members and retain and apply job knowledge.
Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
Notify appropriate personnel of machine repairs and/or any unsafe conditions.
Possess a working knowledge of material/inventory identification.
Requisition parts and supplies.
Work from a manufacturing requirements schedule.
Perform routine preventive maintenance as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.