Set-Up Operator - Level 1

Swagelok Company•Valley City, ND

About The Position

The Set-Up Operator - Level 1 is proficient in all aspects of the process and can solve most non-routine process problems. The associate understands the broader business, recognizes when process improvements to standard work may reduce cost or improve quality and delivery, and escalates those opportunities. The role may involve interacting with associates in other functional areas and overseeing or assisting with department development. The listed shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. in Valley City. The role supports production objectives through equipment setup, troubleshooting, training, preventive maintenance, accurate recordkeeping, and adherence to company philosophies, systems, and policies. The operator serves as a subject matter expert for the technical aspects of machine setup and helps educate operators and support associate and departmental development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
Ability to identify and correct machining problems involving tools, tool holders, collets, and chucks.
Ability to identify and rectify minor mechanical equipment malfunctions.
Ability to lift 25–35 pounds regularly and 35–50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform considerable standing, stooping, and bending.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions and meet qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
May be required to pass pre-employment and annual vision acuity tests.

Responsibilities

Perform setup-related duties and set up equipment according to standard work.
Train others in high-level skills, educate operators, and share acquired knowledge.
Troubleshoot production problems related to equipment, tooling, and processes.
Facilitate shift-startup and departmental meetings.
Assist with assessment, implementation, and documentation of associate and departmental development plans and competency progress plans.
Serve as the subject matter expert for the technical portion of machine setup.
Perform, train, and assist with preventive maintenance on equipment and tooling.
Accurately complete records and forms, including records in the maintenance management system.
Identify and correct machining problems involving tools, tool holders, collets, and chucks.
Identify and rectify minor mechanical equipment malfunctions.
Use the change management system.
Demonstrate support for company philosophies, systems, and policies through actions and words.