Machine Operator , Silver Mill

Hoover & Strong•Richmond, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator in the Silver Mill operates drawing and rolling equipment to produce wire and sheet products. This role involves using measuring instruments for quality control and adhering to all safety rules and regulations. The operator will set up and prepare machines for production with close tolerances, consistently produce 1,500ozs of flat sheet and slit strip/bezel per week with a defect rate of 5% or less, and keep the production backlog consistently under 5 days. The position may require standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, pushing, and pulling. Work is performed within an air-conditioned production environment, subject to temperature variations and increased noise levels.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 1 year of documented manufacturing experience
Good work ethic, punctual with consistent attendance
Basic computer skills necessary for tracking of jobs
Works well with coworkers using written and verbal communication
Ability to read, comprehend and adhere to training materials and SOPs
Must be able to use and read measuring instruments (rulers, calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges) to measure ounces, grams, inches and millimeters, along with the ability to perform simple math equations.
Ability to perform in short cycle, frequent change-over environment
Good attention to detail
Must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen.
Willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy and no cell phones.

Responsibilities

Operates drawing and rolling equipment to produce wire and sheet products.
Uses measuring instruments for quality control.
Learns and adheres to all safety rules and regulations.
Sets up and prepares machines for production with close tolerances.
Consistently produces 1,500ozs of flat sheet and slit strip/bezel per week with a defect rate of 5% or less.
Keeps production backlog consistently under 5 days.
May be required to perform specific tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, pushing and pulling.
Shows up consistently and arrives on time, Monday-Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM.
Willing to work occasional overtime paid at time and a half.
Reviews processes and recommends changes where necessary.
Has 10 or less customer returns per year and meets 90% of delivery targets.
Scans jobs to the proper area and box # throughout process; including time and weight.
Inspects product visibly with use of magnification and using precise measuring instruments for quality and proper dimensions.
Identify needed parts, tools, and materials based on information provided in work order, ensures that the correct amount of materials are ordered or stocked at all times.
Keeps work area clean and organized.
Works well with coworkers using both written and verbal communication.
Provides opinions and ideas when problem-solving to formulate the best path forward.
Participates in all safety training, understands SDS sheets, wears PPE where appropriate.
Understands and utilizes metal flow processes and metal security procedures.
Adheres to all building security procedures (the wearing of metal-free clothing, displaying of ID badge at all times, daily clock in and out).
Other duties as assigned.