Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Scope:

Controlling and operating of machines and equipment to manufacture parts for the company. Operation of heavy, sophisticated machinery is required to make the parts and move them on to the next step of the manufacturing process in a timely manner. Communication with other departments is essential to meet production deadlines.

Essential Duties:

Making parts with a high level of quality

Bending, burning out, putting holes in, and cutting parts

Quality checks on finished parts to ensure proper condition

Scraping slag off parts

Operation of overhead cranes, brake press, shears

Use of lifting clamps, lifting chains, and lifting straps

Operation of CNC machinery such as burn tables, angle lines, drill lines, and radial drills

Maintain a chain of communication with co-workers, supervisors, and other departments

Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production

Treat shop tools and equipment with care

Secondary Duties:

Maintain an overall safe work environment

Keep work area clean

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work in a team environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to operate all equipment with precision

Education Requirements:

High school diploma, GED, or equal years of experience

Experience Requirements:

No experience required

Physical Requirements:

Individual must be prepared for:

Reaching - 10% of shift

Bending - 50% of shift

Pushing - 40% of shift

Pulling - 40% of shift

Climbing - 80% of shift

Sitting - 15% of shift

Overhead work - 15% of shift

Standing - 85% of shift

Walking - 85% of shift

Lifting up to 50 pounds - 15% of shift

Employee must perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of his or her disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.

Other Requirements:

Pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical

Work Environment:

Work takes place in a climate controlled shop. Work is in a loud environment. Individual must be prepared to work in hot or cold temperatures. Individual may be exposed to fumes or chemicals. Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, and ear plugs, are required on the shop floor.

Career Ladder:

This position could lead to a “Machine Operator Leader” position.

Safety: Promote a Healthy and Safe Culture

Empower employees to make the workplace safe

Establish employee ownership for safe behavior and awareness

Plan safety into all tasks

Learn from unsafe experiences to prevent future accidents

Performance Standards:

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Successful development and timely completion of individual and divisional annual objectives

Accomplishment of professional development goals as established in the employee performance evaluation

Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in building and maintaining levels of trust and respect

Satisfactory annual evaluation by supervisor

Note: Mellott Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time with or without notice to the employee.

Full-time