Production Operator- 1st Shift (Monday - Thursday, 5am -3:30pm)

Klein Tools•Mansfield, TX

About The Position

The Production Operator runs production jobs on multi-axis CNC milling, grinding, and lathe equipment; injection molding and induction equipment; multiple grinders; and other semi-automated equipment. The operator inspects product quality throughout production using measuring tools, reads work orders and blueprints to identify setup and quality specifications, and makes program offsets and machine feed, speed, and axis adjustments. The role includes setting up machines by changing fixtures, tooling bars, and dies, and selecting and loading programs. The operator troubleshoots machine issues, performs general machine maintenance, and records production counts, scrap, and labor hours in required paperwork or electronic systems. The position also follows 6S standards, participates in lean manufacturing activities, cross-trains across machines and work areas as needed, and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

Three years of related experience is required.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.
Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions according to work instructions and documents.
Ability to work overtime as needed by the company.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 35 pounds.
Ability to meet the role's visual requirements, including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of operating CNC, milling, grinding, or injection molding machines preferred.

Responsibilities

Run production jobs on multi-axis CNC milling, grinding, and lathe equipment; injection molding and induction equipment; multiple grinders; and other semi-automated equipment.
Inspect product quality throughout production using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, comparators, and lasers.
Read work orders and blueprints to identify machine setup and product quality specifications.
Perform program offsets and adjust machine feed, speed, and axis points.
Troubleshoot minor or major machine issues.
Set up machines, including changing fixtures, tooling bars, and dies, and selecting and loading programs.
Perform general machine maintenance, including cleaning machines and checking and replenishing oil and coolant.
Record accurate production-part counts, scrap, and labor hours using required paperwork or electronic entry.
Comply with established 6S standards and participate in lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn skills and operations.
Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.