Machine Operator

Retech Systems LLC•Buffalo, NY

4h•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator works with the Production Supervisor on operation, documentation, and care of furnace equipment. This role involves informing supervisors of changes and discrepancies within the furnace processes. The position requires mechanical assembly and repair of furnace equipment, operating all furnace equipment as needed, and loading/unloading powder furnaces. It also includes routine cleaning and care of machines, gages, and other equipment, as well as the use of various hand, powered, and pneumatic tools. The operator will inspect and/or sort powder, verify and use measurement devices, and perform compaction of powder or elements using a press and die. This role requires advising supervisors of any part, equipment, and process difficulties, and informing them of out-of-tolerance conditions. The operator must follow instructions on process control plans and reference documents, adhere to safety regulations, and audit products, processes, and documentation. Responsibilities also include completing records, participating in training and continuous improvement, troubleshooting processing issues, operating lifting equipment, maintaining a clean work area, packaging, labeling, and generating shipper documentation. The position is primarily 1st shift with the possibility of 2nd and 3rd shifts, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and interpret standard/safe operating procedures (SOP) as well as control plans.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of Database software; Design software; Development software; Internet software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years of experience (Manufacturing preferred).
Versatile and willing to help the manufacturing team while also putting safety as a top priority.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external customers.
Exceptional organization skills with attention to detail.
Ability to be proactive and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Detail-orientated with ability to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

May need to travel for short or extended trips as needed.

Responsibilities

Mechanical assembly and repair of furnace equipment.
Operate all Furnace equipment as needs require.
Loading and unloading of all powder furnaces and equipment.
Routine cleaning, care of machines, gages, and other equipment used.
Use of hand, powered, and pneumatic tools.
Inspect and/or sort powder from totes as required.
Verification and use of measurement devices (calipers, micrometers, gauges), indicators and weight scales.
Compaction of powder or elements using press and die.
Advise supervisor, R&D, or Engineering of any part, equipment, and process difficulties.
Inform supervision of out-of-tolerance conditions.
Follow all instructions as provided on process control plans and reference documents.
Follow all established safety regulations and procedures.
Audit products, processes, and documentation at machines and furnace as required by existing control plans.
Complete necessary records both written and electronic.
Record keeping (SPC charts, Production Reports, Product Routers, etc.).
Participates in ongoing training and continuous improvement activities.
Troubleshoot real-time processing issues.
Periodically operate lifting equipment (fork truck, jib crane, etc.).
Responsible for maintaining an organized clean work area.
Ability to follow instruction and work well in collaborative environment.
Packaging, labeling, and generating shipper documentation of produced materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.