Machine Operator-3rd Shift and Weekend Shift

Essential Machine Operator Job Functions : include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Verifies conformance of work pieces to specifications, using preset gauges, micrometers and dial indicators
• Document hourly inspections for conforming production of product.
• Presets and changes cutting tools and tool holders to maintain production requirements.
• Adjusts machine controls and changes tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
• Sets up fixture or feeding device, starts machine and engages feed.
• Observes Lubricants and Coolants to ensure they meet specifications as defined in machine manual.
• Confers with supervisor to resolve machine malfunctions and production errors and obtains approval to continue production
• Sets up and operates tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
• Studies blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed.
• Selects, places, and secures tools.
• Places and secures workpieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
• Prepares fixtures and feeding devices, starts machine, and engages feed.
• Observes each machine to verify quality performance.
• Verifies measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers are in proper working order.
• Sets and adjusts necessary controls to regulate machines.
• Sharpens tools with bench grinder as needed.
• Maintains machines per machine operating and maintenance manuals.
• Analyze and diagnose machine and tooling problems and take corrective measures to minimize downtime and interruption of schedules
• Achieve highest safety levels in the plant
• Employ 5S to all functions within the plant
• Mentor and motivate team in safety, quality and productivity improvements