Nut Tapper Operator

Fontana • Lafayette, IN

4d

About The Position

The Nut Tapper Operator operates and/or sets up manufacturing equipment. The role includes monitoring part quality, recording data, performing minor machine maintenance, and handling materials. Operators use measuring tools and general equipment while following safety and housekeeping requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to use gauges and gauging techniques.
• Ability to operate equipment and perform minor machine setups.
• Ability to meet production and quality standards.
• Ability to understand and complete required operator documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify and correct routine problems.
• Math skills for blueprint reading.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and machine requirements to perform basic, repetitive work assignments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and practices.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and experience.
• Standing and walking to perform machine setup and operation, material handling, and data recording.
• Ability to grip and handle objects and perform fine finger movements for machine setup and operation, mechanical adjustments, gauging, housekeeping, and control switch operation.
• Ability to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch as required for equipment setup and operation.
• Ability to talk and hear to communicate with coworkers and supervisors and hear alarms, pages, and machine noises.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED; not required.
• At least one year of experience in a related field; preferred but not required.
• Experience operating manufacturing and forklift equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform minor machine setups as required.
• Perform first-piece inspections, monitor part quality, and make adjustments to maintain quality standards.
• Record required data.
• Perform minor machine maintenance.
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators, wrenches, and other general tools and equipment.
• Move material using a forklift or non-motorized devices.
• Follow safety rules and policies.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• Label portable containers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Pay increases every six months.
• Benefits beginning on the first day.
• Sign-on and referral bonuses.
• Two weeks of paid vacation.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• Employee-focused events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed