Manufacturing Machine Operator- 2nd Shift- Edmond, OK

APMEX•Edmond, OK

6h•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for experienced Machine Operators to join our fast-growing manufacturing team! Do you want to be a part of an organization to learn and develop your skills- this is the opportunity for you! Normal hours: 2nd shift: 11:30am-8:00pm Monday-Friday +$2.00 shift differential added after 4pm occasional Saturdays due to business! This position is located in Edmond/North OKC A Day in the Life of a Machine Operator: Adjust, calibrate and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature and general operation Examine visually, weigh and measure components created from equipment to ensure machines are producing according to company and industry regulations and standards, adjusting as needed Work with team members, maintenance personnel and leaders to ensure any complications are dealt with quickly and correctly Communicate with fellow team members to learn of any equipment problems or malfunctions and take care of them as they come up Maintain and clean equipment using regulated cleaning solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses and cleaning cloths Choose and install cutters, molds and all other necessary equipment parts so machines are always operating at peak efficiency – This includes changing dies Communicate clearly and accurately to the following shift to ensure a smooth handoff Maintain a clean and safe workspace Other duties as necessary The Machine Operators are responsible for safely running the various machines throughout the facility. This includes daily safety checks, monitoring the heating and loading of billets into the press, monitoring the material as it is extruded for consistency and ability to perform hot die changes. This machine operator could require the employee to constantly lift 35lb billets and be exposed to high temperatures, this operator will also be required to wear heat reflective Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the shift. This is not your average manufacturing job! You'll do your work in a climate-controlled environment using leading edge manufacturing equipment. You will also get a Meal Stipend, Paid Time Off (including your birthday!), and Top-Notch Benefits! You will also learn about the exciting world of numismatics and precious metals while you grow within your new career! APMEX is a multibillion-dollar eCommerce company that is the leader in Precious Metals. Our customers love our selection and service – our employees love our values and culture. Our APMEX team is large enough to get the job done better than anyone else in the industry while small enough to listen to and care about our employees. Without their dedication, APMEX would not continue to be named the #1 Specialty eRetailer by Internet Retailer Magazine! See why APMEX was "Voted as one of the Best Places To Work in Oklahoma!"

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years of experience in a production environment is required
Experience operating industrial manufacturing machines required
Ability to read drawings and measurement equipment is required
Basic use of Microsoft Office preferred
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Requires strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently or on a team
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges

Nice To Haves

Comfortable doing hot work and being consistently exposed to high temperatures
Knowledge of safe workplace practices in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in a manufacturing environment
Ability to communicate effectively with others Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Knowledge of forklift operation and safety a plus

Responsibilities

Adjust, calibrate and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature and general operation
Examine visually, weigh and measure components created from equipment to ensure machines are producing according to company and industry regulations and standards, adjusting as needed
Work with team members, maintenance personnel and leaders to ensure any complications are dealt with quickly and correctly
Communicate with fellow team members to learn of any equipment problems or malfunctions and take care of them as they come up
Maintain and clean equipment using regulated cleaning solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses and cleaning cloths
Choose and install cutters, molds and all other necessary equipment parts so machines are always operating at peak efficiency – This includes changing dies
Communicate clearly and accurately to the following shift to ensure a smooth handoff
Maintain a clean and safe workspace
Safely running the various machines throughout the facility
Daily safety checks
Monitoring the heating and loading of billets into the press
Monitoring the material as it is extruded for consistency and ability to perform hot die changes
Perform hot die changes