Machine Operator

MW Components•Berea, OH

55d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. They operate various machines within the cell, making minor adjustments as necessary or notifying the Lead person or Set up person if a more significant adjustment is required. The operator maintains a clean machine and organized work area, performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed, and makes minor repairs while notifying maintenance for other maintenance needs. They perform a variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, and transferring of parts. The role requires using measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances, following schedules and procedures, and adapting to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training. Ensuring all safety guards are in place and in good condition is crucial. The operator will also inspect work in progress using necessary equipment outlined in Quality or Work Instructions and is responsible for the quality of their own work. Forklift (i.e., powered industrial truck) operation is also a responsibility, along with all other assigned duties.

Requirements

Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and / or mechanical drawings and in precision measurement or become proficient through training
Computer literacy
Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e., micrometer, calipers, height gauge, etc.
Capable of using hand tools (i.e., screwdriver, wrenches, etc.)
Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions
Minimum five (5) years of experience operating production machinery in a manufacturing or production environment
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Responsibilities

Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Operate various machines within the cell
Makes minor adjustments as necessary or notify Lead person or Set up person if a more significant adjustment is required
Maintains a clean machine and organized work area
Performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed
Makes minor repairs and notifies maintenance for other maintenance needs
Performs a variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, and transferring of parts
Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances
Follows schedules and procedures
Adaptable to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training
Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition
Assists other operators if necessary
Inspects work in progress, using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or Work Instructions
Responsible for quality of own work
Forklift (i.e., powered industrial truck) operation
All other duties as assigned