Production Operator

Carpenter Technology Corporation•McBee, SC

About The Position

The Production Operator tends fabricating machines that form and resize coil and bar, including pre-straighteners, peelers, straighteners, saws, sanders, eddy current machines, and centerless grinders. The role also performs in-line inspections to ensure customer specifications and quality standards are met. Other duties may include housekeeping, cross-training, and operator-level maintenance in support of equipment operation. The operator must follow safety training and applicable safety rules.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Read and implement order requirements described on the work ticket.
Consult with operators from the previous shift to support a smooth shift transition, including discussing machine adjustments and material requirements for upcoming jobs.
Set rollers and guides according to job requirements.
Monitor machine operation throughout the line or work area, paying particular attention to safety, work-piece defects, and machine operation.
Measure work-piece dimensions, determine machine accuracy, and make adjustments as needed to achieve proper dimensions and surface condition.
When the processed size changes, check that uncoilers, pre-straighteners, peelers, straighteners, grinders, saws, and/or sander-polishers are properly set up; replace parts and make adjustments as necessary.
Change chip buckets with each new grade type processed.
Change straightener rollers as required.
Perform housekeeping, cross-training, and operator-level maintenance as assigned.
Follow safety training and safety rules.