Machine Operator II - Sheetmetal

Dover Corporation • Keosauqua, IA

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About The Position

The Machine Operator II works in the Sheet Metal department fabricating sheet metal products and equipment. The role involves setting up and operating machinery to cut, bend, and straighten metal parts, supplying parts to upstream departments and completing requirements for the kitting department. The operator may work at different workstations as production needs require and is responsible for maintaining equipment and a clean, safe, orderly work area.

Requirements

• Team-oriented, values teamwork, and operates as a team player.
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion, and takes a hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Able to learn quickly and come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve organizational needs.
• Passion for getting things right.
• Can-do attitude and commitment to finding solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and measuring devices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction.

Responsibilities

• Operate sheet metal department equipment, including brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, and deburring machines.
• Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department.
• Read measuring instruments such as rulers, tape measures, metal squares, angle finders, and protractors.
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling.
• Examine finished work pieces for smoothness, shape, angle, and conformity to specifications; verify dimensions visually and with hands, rulers, calipers, templates, or gauges.
• Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure machinery is operating properly.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Work at different workstations as production needs require.
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
• Use the proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on the individual's product line or work cell.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed