Operator III

MANN+HUMMEL•Gastonia, NC

19h

About The Position

The Operator III assists with setting up, adjusting, and operating machinery to produce goods or parts to specifications. The role supports operation planning and the processing of manufacturing batches of bulk materials or ingredients, including mechanical processing as needed. It also involves cleaning, servicing, and routine maintenance of machines; monitoring equipment during operation and carrying out repairs as needed; identifying machine problems and supporting troubleshooting and process optimization; and administering operational processes while maintaining accurate machine-performance records. The operator is responsible for meeting quality and production requirements, maintaining a safe and organized work area, and completing production and quality documentation. The role requires working with minimal supervision, performing all jobs in the department, communicating and delegating tasks diplomatically to assembly operators, and developing leadership skills within the department. The operator may be assigned additional duties and is expected to help maximize efficiency while minimizing scrap and waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform the essential functions, including moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive work at an acceptable pace.
Knowledge of applicable work instructions and assembly processes.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Some knowledge or understanding of schedules.
Mechanical aptitude and understanding of required setup responsibilities.
Must have or obtain a powered lift license.
Ability to work under physical conditions that include standing, walking, lifting, and kneeling.

Responsibilities

Assist in setting up, adjusting, and operating machinery to produce goods or parts according to specifications.
Support acquisition of operation plans and process manufacturing batches of bulk materials or ingredients, including mechanical processing as required.
Clean, service, and perform routine maintenance on machines.
Monitor machines during operation, ensure they are functioning properly, and carry out repairs as needed.
Identify machine problems and support troubleshooting and process optimization.
Administer operational processes and maintain accurate records of machine performance.
Operate and maintain equipment according to requirements.
Interpret and apply specifications, including drawings and routings.
Maintain records such as QA forms and preventive-maintenance logs.
Maintain first-piece conformance and production rate.
Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized through 5S and Kaizens; operate equipment according to safety requirements.
Perform all jobs in the department and work with minimal supervision as a team player.
Communicate and delegate tasks diplomatically to assembly operators, and develop as a leader within the department.
Perform additional duties as assigned and operate the department to maximize efficiency and minimize or eliminate scrap and waste.
Ensure quality standards are met and follow the STOP, CALL, WAIT protocol.
Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels; identify and record problems relating to products, processes, and the quality system.
Complete required documentation accurately, including production quantities and defects.
Report unsafe working conditions and help create a team environment among department personnel.
Work overtime as required or needed.