Shift Support Operator 3rd shift
About The Position
The Shift Support Operator is proficient in major production roles, machines, and equipment throughout the plant and provides coverage and support across production roles and areas as needed. This includes filling vacant positions, covering teammate absences, and assisting in production hotspots to increase productivity or eliminate bottlenecks. The operator trains new teammates on production roles, equipment operation, processes, safety, quality, and productivity standards. The position ensures equipment functions properly, follows established production procedures and safety protocols, maintains a clean and organized work area, and collaborates with teammates and supervisors to meet production targets and resolve issues. The operator also looks for process improvements and may travel within the region to assist other plants, up to 20% of the time as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position in a manufacturing setting with moderate to high noise levels and temperatures that vary with outside weather. Personal protective equipment is required. Overtime may be necessary as determined by management.
Requirements
- Proficiency operating major machines and equipment and performing production functions throughout the plant.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality standards.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to different production tasks and roles.
- Ability to train others effectively on processes and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate machinery, a crane, and a forklift.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic and applicable safety rules and requirements.
- Ability to use tape measures, a Rockwell tester, micrometers, and calipers accurately.
- Ability to read and understand material tags and production instructions.
- Ability to retrieve and input data into a computer accurately.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, critical thinking skills, and time management skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to travel within the region up to 20% of the time as needed.
- Forklift and/or crane certification is required.
- Ability to routinely climb stairs, ladders, or platforms; twist, bend, stoop, and squat; walk and stand for prolonged periods; and repetitively reach and grasp.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED with at least 5 years of Steel Technologies machine operator experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide support and fill in across production roles and areas as needed, including for vacancies, absences, and production hotspots.
- Train new teammates on production roles, machine and equipment operation, processes, safety, quality, and productivity standards.
- Ensure proper machine and equipment functioning and adherence to safety protocols.
- Follow established production procedures and guidelines to meet quality and efficiency standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including equipment, tools, and materials.
- Collaborate with teammates and supervisors to meet production targets and resolve production-related issues.
- Comply with safety regulations and practices.
- Seek process improvements, suggest ideas, and contribute to the success of the production area.
- Travel within the region to assist other plants as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
