Technical Machine Operator, Entry - 1st Shift - Welding Dept.

Virco MFG. Corpoation • Conway, AR

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Sets up, modifies existing programs, and/or operates computer numeric controlled equipment to promote safe, efficient operations. This is a safety-sensitive position. The role requires the ability to read prints and measuring devices, troubleshoot equipment with some guidance, and check product for quality and completeness. The operator will work at different workstations to meet production requirements, under direct supervision on standardized duties, and resolve routine questions and problems. The position also involves minimizing scrapped material, following safety regulations, identifying hazards, performing production associate duties, attending safety meetings, and maintaining good housekeeping. Reporting on parts made and performing overtime as assigned are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Good communication skills
• Good basic mathematical skills
• Good analytical abilities
• Good teamwork skills
• Able to meet quality requirements
• Flexible
• Able to meet and maintain performance standards
• Must be flexible with required working hours, including overtime
• Must be flexible within the department and willing to flex to other departments as needed
• Must be able to read prints and measuring devices
• Must be able to help troubleshoot equipment
• Must be able to work under minimal or no supervision
• Must be able to use and read tape measure
• Must be able to read and follow production work orders
• Must be able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder level
• Must be able to occasionally bend and/or stoop
• Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours
• Must be able to use a computer, tape measure, 2-wheel dolly, 4-wheel dolly, pallet jack, electric drill, and air drill
• Will be required to wear proper protective equipment including, but not limited to, protective eye and/or hearing equipment to safely perform job duties
• Must be able to work in and adjust to varying temperatures and associated environmental factors
• Must be able to adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 6 months of prior technical experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates technical equipment.
• Sets up and operates computer numeric controlled (CNC) equipment.
• Reads prints and measuring devices.
• Helps troubleshoot equipment.
• Checks product for quality and completeness.
• Places parts in specified relationship to each other.
• Works at different workstations to meet production requirements.
• Works under direct supervision on duties and tasks that are standardized, selecting from written instructions and established procedures.
• Resolves routine questions and problems, referring more complex issues to higher levels.
• Minimizes the scrapped material being produced by machinery.
• Follows all the safety regulations and procedures.
• Identifies potential hazards in the work area.
• Performs all duties of production associate.
• Attends all scheduled safety meetings.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area.
• Uses and reads tape measure.
• Reads and follows production work orders.
• Reports type and quantity of parts made or worked on.
• Performs overtime as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED