Machine Operator – 1st Shift Location: York, PA Shift: 1st Shift Pay: $23.19 - $27.39 BASIC FUNCTION Sets up and operates metal fabricating machines such as brakes, shears and presses, to cut, bend, straighten, and form metal plates, sheets, and structural shapes by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation. Selects, positions, and secures tooling and fixtures onto machine. Positions and clamps stops, guides, and turntables. Adjusts controls to set and regulate machining factors such as pressure and depth of ram stroke, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed. Locates and marks bending or cutting lines and reference points on workpiece. Positions workpiece against stops and guides or aligns layout marks with dies or cutting blades. Starts machine and observes machine operation to reposition workpiece, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes. Inspects or measures work. Labels parts and moves them to proper storage location Documents deviations from prints or specifications and takes appropriate corrective action. Wears all required PPE. Trains new or existing employees, if necessary. Responsible for reporting work related injuries and near misses to supervision. Responsible for wearing all required PPE and following applicable safety/environmental rules. Responsible for correcting or reporting unsafe conditions observed within the plant.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees