Machine Operator

MW Components•Berea, OH

18d

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates various machines within a cell, follows schedules and procedures, and maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. The role includes making minor machine adjustments or notifying the Lead person when more significant adjustments are required, keeping machines and work areas clean and organized, and completing related tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, and transferring parts. The operator is expected to adapt to cell and team concepts, participate in cross-training, ensure safety guards are in place and in good condition, and assist other operators as needed. The position also involves inspecting work in progress using the equipment specified in quality or work instructions and being responsible for the quality of one's own work. Forklift (powered industrial truck) operation and other assigned duties are included. The role requires computer literacy, the ability to use hand tools, and the ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The physical demands include frequently standing and hearing, and frequently walking; reaching with hands and arms; lifting or lowering; pushing or pulling; and using hands to finger, handle, feel, or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift, move, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally do so up to 50 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Vision correction is acceptable if it meets applicable safety guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Computer literacy.
Ability to use hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches.
Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Frequently lift, move, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Meet the role's physical and vision demands, with vision correction permitted if it meets area safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Operate various machines within the cell.
Make minor machine adjustments or notify the Lead person if a more significant adjustment is required.
Maintain a clean machine and organized work area.
Perform tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, and transferring parts.
Follow schedules and procedures.
Adapt to cell and team concepts and participate in cross-training.
Ensure safety guards are in place and in good condition.
Assist other operators as necessary.
Inspect work in progress using equipment specified in quality or work instructions and take responsibility for the quality of own work.
Operate a forklift (powered industrial truck).
Perform other duties as assigned.