Part Production Operator

Description

Position Overview

Part Production Operators set-up, operate, load, and maintain machinery. They are responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

• Inventory control of parts and material
• Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications (assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills, and similar equipment)
• Produces the required quantity of parts within the specifications and tolerances
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance of function, quality, and cosmetic specifications 
• Maintains logs and records of units produced including records of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment, performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
• Assist with improvements of procedures
• Follow 5S housekeeping standards 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations
• The ability to read and understand customer drawings.
• Fork truck operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic match skills
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team
• Strong analytic problem solving skills

Work Environment

• Warehouse environment (non-temperature-controlled environment)
• Capable of lifting up to 30 lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours