Machine Operator - 1st Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

4d • $15 - $28

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: To set up, adjust, maintain, and efficiently operate the Lincoln Robotic Welder. Use computerized manufacturing technologies to lead and guide the initial phase of the fabrication process.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.
• Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving
• Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Fork truck licensed or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to lift, slide and position heavy gauges of material.
• Ability to read and use measuring equipment (i.e. tape measure, caliper)
• Ability to identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Production Supervisor.
• Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.
• Ability to acquire weld certification (2-week training).
• Ability to complete robotics training.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of CNC manufacturing equipment experience preferred.
• 2+ years production work experience preferred.
• Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and Radan, Digital Production Assistant (DPA)

Responsibilities

• Uses computerized manufacturing technologies or related systems to meet production and customer requirements.
• Performs set-up duties on fabrication equipment and the safety devices in accordance with production documentation.
• Positions production materials and tooling and maintains proper dimensions according to print specifications.
• Operates and adjusts various equipment, including controllers, and edits programs according to production documentation.
• Meets established performance standards to ensure production schedules are met.
• Complies with all applicable safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to team leader or appropriate resource.
• Ensures that products and systems meet Hoffman quality standards.
• Inspects work to ensure proper dimensional requirements are met per prints.
• Performs specified preventative maintenance procedures, and assists Maintenance and outside sources with trouble-shooting systems.
• Takes action and notifies appropriate resource when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials, etc.
• Participates actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees
• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees