Machine Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations


• Operate various machines within the cell 


• Makes minor adjustments as necessary or notify Lead person if a more significant adjustment is required 


• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area 


• Performs a variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, transferring of parts 


• Follows schedules and procedures 


• Adaptable to cell and team concepts, as well as cross-training 


• Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition 


• Assist other operators if necessary 


• Inspects work in progress using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or work instructions. Responsible for quality of own work.


• Forklift (i.e., powered industrial truck) operation 


• All other duties as assigned 

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Computer literacy 


• Capable of using hand tools (i.e., screwdriver, wrenches, etc.) 


• Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands / arms; lift and / or lower; push and / or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel, and / or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift / move and / or push / pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift / move and / or push / pull up to 50 lbs. 

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.