Machine Operator

Olympia Chimney Supply•Pittston Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Olympia Chimney & Venting is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join their team. This role involves operating and maintaining industrial machinery, troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing quality checks, creating custom parts, and supporting newer operators in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Machine Operator 2 produces high-quality metal chimney venting components by safely operating and maintaining machines, correcting issues, closing orders in the Acumatica system, and may assist with training new machine operators.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school education or GED equivalent
1+ year machine operation experience
Ability to read and write English
Ability to follow verbal instructions
Ability to read a tape measure
Ability to convert fractions to decimals
Basic geometry skills
Must be able to problem solve
Must be able to manage time
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Great communication skills
Great organizational skills
Extreme attention to detail
Extreme attention to safety

Nice To Haves

Humility
Results Orientation (Get It Done)
Customer Focus
Attention to Detail
Communication
Dependability/Reliability
Quality Orientation

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain a variety of light and heavy industrial machines
Arrange machine at the beginning of work procedures to ensure that everything is in order
Test the machine before main work begins to be sure that it’s in good condition for production
Set all machine operation information such as speed, size and shape into machine before it begins running
Adjust the operating speed and controlling the load of the machines
Insert all production materials in the various parts of the machine where they are supposed to be to enhance production output
Strictly adhere to client job specification and ensure high-quality work
Arrange and set up the material handling equipment and machinery if needed
Monitor the machine operation to see that the finished products and components aptly match the quality and quantity constraints of the company
Identify and correct small mechanical issues
Identify defects in materials
Perform quality checks in cells other than home cell
Make custom parts
Train and monitor the quality of new employees in home cell
Perform daily housekeeping of work area
Examine and discard defective goods and packaging components
Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production
Recalibrate and clean the machinery after completing production activities
Other duties as assigned as production needs require