Utility Operator - 3rd Shift

Henny Penny•Eaton, OH

About The Position

The Entry Utility Operator independently performs basic setup and operation of spot welding, stud welding, and clinch studding machines and fabricates parts to standard. The role uses JDE functions to send Kanban cards and track their status and history, and relies on drawings, non-CAD process sheets, Fab to Order information, and operating instructions. The operator must know the fixtures in the assigned department, repair most defects independently, troubleshoot machine misalignments, identify material types, and properly dispose of scrap. The position also requires consistent safety practices, maintaining a clean work environment, and completing assigned work within expected time requirements and quality standards. The operator models Team Member Expected Behaviors and Henny Penny core values, and performs other duties as assigned. Henny Penny makes commercial food equipment and describes itself as a People First company with more than 1,000 employee-owners. Its Eaton campus includes collaborative project spaces, engineering and prototyping facilities, a test lab, and a kitchen for its food science group.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
1–3 years of experience in spot and stud welding and clinch studding.
Ability to frequently lift or move objects up to 60 pounds.
Ability to stand for 8 hours or more per day.
Ability to maneuver and hold large parts.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
Knowledge of basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to understand manufacturing processes and tools such as Kanban, JDE, BOM viewer, and method sheets.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Basic computer skills.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, and a motor vehicle screen if applicable.

Responsibilities

Independently set up and operate spot welding, stud welding, and clinch studding machines and fabricate parts to standard.
Use JDE functions to send Kanban cards and track Kanban card status and history.
Use and maintain drawings, Non-CAD Process Sheets, Fab to Order information, and Operating Instructions.
Maintain knowledge of all fixtures in the assigned department.
Repair most defects independently and troubleshoot machine misalignments.
Identify material types and dispose of scrap properly.
Follow safety procedures consistently and maintain a clean work environment.
Complete required work within expected time requirements and quality standards.
Model Team Member Expected Behaviors and Henny Penny core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.