Machine Operator

Pridgeon & Clay • Grand Rapids, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Pridgeon and Clay, a leading independent manufacturer of automotive components, is seeking a Machine Operator for its 1st shift (6:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Thursday). This role involves operating various machinery to produce high-quality automotive stamped and fine-blanked components. The company values diversity, corporate citizenship, and employee input, offering a challenging and rewarding work environment.

Requirements

• Three months experience operating manufacturing machinery such as welders, riveters, grinders, tappers, or other assembly machinery.
• An excellent work record, including attendance.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Operators are responsible for owning a set of approved calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machinery to tap, ream, form, sand, spot weld and/or rivet components according to company quality policies.
• Read, understand, and complete all production paperwork, including inspection check sheets, quality alerts, and standard work instructions.
• Follow set-up instructions and support activities in the change-over process.
• Use work scheduling system to start jobs, print labels, load components and raw materials, and close out jobs.
• Operate machines and/or presses to process parts, consistently maintaining appropriate production levels.
• Troubleshoot machines to ensure both part quality and maximum production levels.
• Manually repair parts as needed to meet customer specifications.
• Follow pack instructions according to customer specifications and prepare for shipping.
• Properly place scrap in the designated container.
• Check Total Preventative Maintenance of machines and notify the Team Leader if measurements are out of defined ranges.
• Perform other duties as required to support production.
• Efficiently utilize machine downtime.
• Participate in and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem-solving events.
• Document cost savings, consolidate processes, and eliminate unnecessary operations.
• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency.
• Anticipate problems and work to eliminate them before they happen.
• Follow control plans to complete first piece and in-process checks.
• Conduct quality checks per check sheet and quality alerts, including visual inspections.
• Use calipers, micrometers, thread gages, height gages, rind gages, and other quality items as required.
• Stop production and notify Team Leader when a non-standard condition is found.
• Operate the CMM and interpret CMM reports.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices, and use of coolants.
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information.
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model.
• Assist in maintaining company values daily, through thoughts and actions.

Benefits

• Premium medical and prescription coverage starting at $5.00 per week for employee coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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