Operator I, Machine

Progress Rail • Mojave, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Machine operators will set-up, operate, and maintain machinery, in a manufacturing setting. They are responsible for ensuring the maintaining the machine and that it produces high quality products at or above capacity. Available Shifts: 2nd Shift 2:00 pm- 10:30 pm Training required 6-8 weeks during day shift hours 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Hourly Pay $18.50 plus a shift differential.

Requirements

• Must be able to work any shift, overtime and weekends to meet business demands
• Follow all work procedures and maintain accurate documentation accordingly
• Abide by all safety regulations
• Operate overhead cranes
• Must have complete understanding of safe work practices
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to read and write legibly to complete production reports with accuracy
• Must be quality oriented and a team player
• Strong attention to detail
• Organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Works with new and used railroad wheelsets and axles
• Operates assigned machinery, monitors and optimizing efficiency
• Performs basic maintenance to machines
• Performs quality checks
• Performs all assigned machine shop operations
• Set up and operates machines
• Observe machine operations, detect work piece defects and make adjustments to machinery when necessary to improve performance
• Operate machinery and equipment according to work instructions
• Troubleshoot issues and perform routine and minor maintenance
• Submit work orders for the maintenance requirements
• Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specification and tooling instructions
• Follows reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor
• Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to management
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
• Assists in other work areas as needed and directed by the department supervisor

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED