2nd and 3rd Shift Machine Operators

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

55d

About The Position

Machine Operators perform semi-skilled manual work to manufacture metal parts, using a variety of production equipment and tools. Duties may include setting up and performing preventive maintenance on lasers, turrets, presses, shears, and other assigned equipment. Operators must understand blueprints and engineering drawings, follow safety and quality standards, identify defects or repair needs, and use independent judgment while completing assigned work. The role works under the supervision of a supervisor, area manager, or department head and requires coordination with production, maintenance, engineering, and other operators. Employees must follow safety policies, wear required personal protective equipment, and demonstrate a strong commitment to their own safety and that of coworkers. The work may involve hot, cold, dark, noisy, or confined environments, as well as exposure to fumes, airborne particles, welding, paint fumes, grinding dust, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. Physical work includes standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, climbing, and operating tools or controls throughout the shift, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Wabash provides training on the tools and equipment used for the role.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent.
Basic reading, writing, and verbal skills.
General computer skills, including Excel and Word.
Strong math skills.
Ability to read and use a tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and understand blueprints.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and work independently as well as collaboratively.
Ability to meet Wabash and ISO quality standards.
Ability to cope with unexpected events and resolve conflicting priorities while completing tasks on time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb more than six feet using a ladder or scaffolding.
Ability to stand for approximately 70% of the shift and bend, stoop, and climb for approximately 30% of the shift.
Ability to perform physical activities including standing, walking, leaning, pushing, climbing, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, and operating tools or controls throughout the shift.
Full range of motion in the arms and hands.
Ability to work in adverse conditions such as extreme temperatures, low lighting, loud noise, confined spaces, and extended periods of kneeling or bending.
High standards for minimal unplanned absences, as the position is critical to daily operations.

Responsibilities

Perform semi-skilled manual duties using appropriate techniques, tools, equipment, and safety precautions.
Operate assigned lasers, turrets, presses, shears, and other equipment, including setup and preventive maintenance.
Manufacture metal parts and perform work to Wabash quality standards.
Understand blueprints and follow engineering drawings and work instructions.
Follow the general safety plan and applicable safety policies and practices.
Report defects and repair needs to production and maintenance leadership.
Wear required personal protective equipment.
Flex the work schedule according to production team needs.
Share information and collaborate with operators, technicians, maintenance, and engineers to work safely and efficiently.
Complete assigned work on time while resolving conflicting priorities.
Demonstrate Wabash values and leadership principles in daily work.