Machine Operator I - Radius HDD (1st Shift)

1st Shift, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Typical starting pay, $16.90/hr.-$21.00/hr.

Machine Operator I at Radius HDD:

This employee will operate one or more of various production machines. Machines operated may include: lathes, mills, drills, saws, automatic welders, benders, punches, shears, flame cuts, hi-definition & plasma, laser, heat treat, shot blast, etc. As a cross-functional team member of this division he or she may also assemble components and perform other duties as assigned.

What Will You Do?

• Read and understand 2D drawings.

• Work under minimal supervision while handling multiple job requirements.

• Utilize technical information from a variety of sources, including, conversations with engineers, equipment operators, and other tooling personnel, electronic and conventional technical documents.

• Inspect, operate, and help modify tooling.

• Initiate change requests to improve manufacturing processes.

• Use a computer to access the SAP system, keep departmental records and locate drawings.

What Do You Need?

• Be familiar with and have basic experience using mechanical repair and assembly tools including wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc.  

• Forklift experience a plus.

• Have a good work record of safety, self-motivation, judgment and productivity.

• Have appropriate reading, clerical, and basic mathematical skills.

• Be able to communicate effectively over the phone and before groups of people.

• Work well with others in both a team setting and one-on-one.

• Be able to regularly handle items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally handle items weighing in excess of 50 pounds.

• Able to use measuring tools (rulers, micrometers, calipers, coordinate measuring equipment, etc.) and hand or power tools (hand/air impact wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.).

• Be willing to work overtime as needed.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing plant conditions (indoors, with variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt). Occasional outside work.

• Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, moving machinery, and materials handling.

• Working with hazardous materials, including solvents, oils, grease, and pressurized gases.

• Highly variable duties, workloads, and priorities. Changes often happen with little advance notice.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.