Machine Operator

NATIONAL WIRE GROUP•Conroe, TX

48d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator sets up, maintains, and operates machinery to support continuous and efficient production. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, teamwork, and a willingness to learn and improve. The goal is to carry out production procedures smoothly and maximize efficiency and profits. Under minimal direction from a supervisor, the operator produces quality parts on machines including MEP and Jager equipment. The role rotates among different machines in the plant and may assist with training new operators. The operator works with supervisors, production control, quality, and other shop personnel to receive assignments and resolve machining or quality issues. The position is based at National Wire LLC in Conroe, Texas.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience operating manual machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Advanced knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines.
Ability to operate a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, as it relates to the job.
Adaptability to a changing work environment and competing demands, including frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Basic math skills, including arithmetic, geometry, and algebra, for calculating material fabrication.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, pull, and push 50 pounds unassisted; regularly squat, stoop, bend and turn at the waist; and occasionally climb.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, and a hard hat.

Responsibilities

Operate machine controls, set speeds, and inspect mesh for conformance to quality requirements.
Interpret drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample mesh to determine dimensions, speeds, operation sequences, and setup requirements.
Identify equipment malfunctions or machining outside tolerances and adjust machine controls or control media within capabilities to maintain production quality.
Report machine malfunctions to the immediate supervisor.
Operate a forklift and lifting devices to move parts.
Assist with complex plant operating problems and cost-reduction projects as needed.
Rotate among different machines in the plant and assist in training new operators.
Communicate with supervisors, production control, quality, and other shop personnel about assignments and machining or quality issues.
Keep equipment and the work area clean and orderly, and perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
Comply with applicable state and federal laws, the Company Quality Program and procedures, company policies, and safety and environmental regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.