Machine Operator - M-F, 1-9:30pm

ZAH Group•Mansfield, TX

About The Position

Klein Tools is hiring a Machine Operator to support its manufacturing operation. The role runs production jobs on CNC milling and grinding, induction, assembly, and other semi-automated equipment, or manually adjusts finished products according to written or verbal instructions. The operator is responsible for producing quality parts while meeting productivity standards. The position includes inspecting products during production, recording findings, and communicating downtime and shift information. Operators read work orders and blueprints, verify specifications and inventory transactions, troubleshoot minor machine issues, and perform routine setups, changeovers, and adjustments. They also report production, scrap, and labor information, follow 6S standards, participate in lean manufacturing activities, and cross-train across machines and work areas. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Overtime may be required as needed by the company.

Requirements

One year of related experience is required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.
Ability to learn, solve problems, and make decisions according to work instructions and documents.
Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
Ability to work overtime as needed by the company.
Must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 35 pounds.
Must be able to perform the physical activities and vision tasks described in the posting, including handling tools or controls, reaching, climbing stairs, balancing, and close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of operating CNC, milling, grinding, and press operation machines preferred.

Responsibilities

Run production jobs on CNC milling and grinding, induction, assembly, and other semi-automated equipment, or manually adjust finished products according to work instructions.
Produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.
Inspect products throughout production using measuring tools and visual inspection; record inspection findings.
Write detailed downtime and shift communications in a log book.
Read work orders and blueprints to identify machine setup and product quality specifications.
Review work orders for accurate bills of materials and correct inventory transactions.
Troubleshoot minor machine issues and communicate quality defects to technical staff as needed.
Perform routine machine setups, changeovers, and adjustments to meet specifications.
Report production part counts, scrap, and labor hours through required paperwork or electronic entry.
Comply with 6S standards and participate in lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills and operations.
Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.