Machine Operator

Description

Position Summary:

At Gem Manufacturing, the Machine Operator is one of the first points of contact to ensure product quality is consistently achieved during the production process.

Essential Functions:

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each stated essential function, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Identify In-Process Product Condition:

      a. Collect Samples during the production process.

      b. Conduct In-Process Inspections per the assigned control plan.

      c. Report any defect conditions observed to the Quality department for disposition.

      d. Comply with Gem’s policies, procedures and regulations.

2. Maintain Production Line Operation:

      a. Loading of raw material stock

      b. Clean and Lubricate machine’s components.

      c. Move production to the next operation and document those tasks as assigned.

      d. Ensure 6S is practices are conducted throughout the assigned area.

Non-essential Responsibilities: 

1. Performs other duties as directed.

Requirements

Position Qualifications and Competency Statements:

1. Ability to be a team player
2. Ability to communicate effectively.

Skills and Abilities:

1. High School Diploma and/or equivalent.
2. Experience with deep draw and progressive manufacturing a plus.
3. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 
4. Able to use hand trucks and other equipment to aid in moving product to next operation.
5. Must be able to use and read calipers, micrometers, dial gages, etc. to ensure product meets customer’s specifications.

Work Environment:

This position involves working in a manufacturing environment that is adjacent to the shop work environment. The employee must be aware of potential hazards, including, but not limited to, working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, operating vehicles, exposure to electrical current, high temperatures, and chemicals. It's important to maintain a high level of alertness and caution while performing tasks in this work environment.

Physical Demands:

The following definitions apply to the physical demand requirements for this position:

C (Constantly) - Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

F (Frequently) - Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

O (Occasionally) - Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day).

N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this position

GENERAL                                               Lift/Carry

Bend                                   C                  10 lbs. or less          C

Climb                                  O                 11 – 20 lbs.               C

Crawl                                  N                  21 – 50 lbs.              F

Grasp                                  C                  51 – 100 lbs.            O

 Manually Manipulate      F                  Over 100 lbs.           N

 Reach Above Shoulder   O

Reach Outward                 F                   Push/Pull

 Sit                                       O                  10 lbs. or less          C

 Speak                                 C                   11 – 20 lbs.              C

 Squat or Kneel                  F                   21 – 50 lbs.              C

 Stand                                 C                   51 – 100 lbs.             F

 Walk                                   C                   Over 100 lbs.           F

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document is not a contract of employment. The company reserves the right to change this job description, as it may deem appropriate.