Weekend Shift Machine Operator

As a Machine Operator you will be responsible for the assembly of a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for our customer.

Shift:

This position works a fixed weekend schedule of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Training Schedule:

Training will be conducted on 1st Shift (Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM) for approximately 2-4 weeks. Upon successful completion of training, employees will transition to the regular weekend night shift (Friday-Sunday, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM).

Essential responsibilities include the following:

• Perform basic machining operations using assigned machine tools
• Inspect parts using basic measuring tools. Inform lead person of out of tolerance situations. Obtain first piece inspection approval before proceeding.  Conduct periodic inspection of parts.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports as required. Maintain established quality standards. Ensure work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, safe and orderly condition, that prescribed safety measures are followed, and established company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
• Operates equipment in a safe manner. Participate as a member of work teams.
• Assist in measuring team performance for safety, quality, cost and to continually improve these measures.
• Read, follow basic blueprints, diagrams, specifications, bills of materials, and/or procedures to accurately assemble products.
• Perform microscope inspection on assembled parts.
• Maintain inventory of product in workstations.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Attends required training programs. Performs 5s activities.
• Assist in the training of other associates in procedures and use of equipment.
• Ability to read, use various inspection equipment, precision tools, understand and apply basic inspection and sound measurement practices.     
• Other duties may be assigned
   

Education and/or Experience:

• HS Graduate of Equivalent i.e. GED
• At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions and techniques
• Basic mathematical aptitude required