Machine Operator

Job Overview

The machine operator will work in a team in a fast-paced environment to produce, process and package spiral wound element filters. Operator will use hand tools, power tools and a variety of machines to complete tasks. Autowinder Operators perform all tasks in the manufacturing process, including rotating through all or most of the jobs rather than being assigned to a specific task on a permanent basis.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Produce and process elements (Autowinder, Autofinisher, FRP, Test and Package) as prescribed by manufacturing instructions.
• Observe all Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices; participate in EHS meetings, investigations and audits.
• Proactively communicate and address safety concerns.
• Perform quality workmanship and keep scheduled deadlines to meet customer expectations.
• Support Business needs with respect to EHS, Quality, on time shipments and productivity; including eliminating barriers to achieving business goals.
• Perform in-process inspection of materials to assure conformance with specifications. Identify non-conforming material and elements.
• Keep accurate records of lot numbers, model numbers, serial numbers, track labor and material usage/scrap.
• Input correct production data into Network Database and Proficy.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Ability to deep clean (sanitize) equipment as needed.
• Work and cooperate with team to achieve department objectives.
• Aid in the training of other team members on new or existing procedures.
• Assist in development of new processes to improve product quality and production.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead
• Complete assigned safety / training requirements. Safely use, transfer and handle chemicals while wearing PPE (personal protective equipment).

Qualifications Required:

• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a machine operator, maintenance technician, or military service
• Ability to wear required PPE (respirator, heading protection, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour schedule that includes every other weekend coverage, as required
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, as required

Preferred:

• Knowledge of autowinder (automated manufacturing) processes.
• Knowledge of basic machine operation.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment used to build and process elements.
• Knowledge of basic computer programs and usage.
• Knowledge of basic math skills (including but not limited to ratios and arithmetic).
• Ability to operate electrical lift and forklift if required by task.
• Ability to visually inspect and mechanically test elements.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to use and read a variety of measuring tools (including but not limited to tape measures and gauges).
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Basic SAP experience, including navigating in the system, looking up test specs and ensuring bills of materials match recipes

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: On the road