Machine Operator

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.•Independence, IA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator sets up and operates conventional, special-purpose, and numerical-control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. The role is performed in a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment near moving mechanical parts and in close proximity to other workers. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Steel-toed shoes are required; safety glasses or side shields are also listed as required PPE.

Requirements

Ability to safely operate machines and other required tools and equipment.
Knowledge of drilling, boring, milling, turning, and related operations.
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to calculate figures and formulas related to the work area.
Computer literacy.
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment that may require quick changes in the product being produced.
Ability to work well in a team, communicate effectively, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Vision of 20/25 with or without glasses and sufficient hearing, with mechanical assistance if necessary, to understand one-on-one conversations.
Steel-toed shoes are required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of related experience, training, or education.
Two-year CNC degree.

Responsibilities

Analyze work orders, work pieces, and blueprints to determine the process, materials, equipment, and operation sequence needed to machine parts.
Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on mills, lathes, grinders, saws, and other machines.
Operate and adjust semi-automatic or automatic numerically controlled machine tools.
Calculate and set machine controls for speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth or angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine-control media.
Thoroughly deburr parts.
Observe machine operation for malfunctions, adjust controls as needed, and verify finished work pieces against specifications and blueprints using appropriate measuring devices.
Check parts for conformance to specifications.
Communicate and confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.