What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator position at AMMEGA?
Summary
The Operator will safely control various Level I and II machines and equipment involved in production. The Machine Operator is also responsible for the overall quality and efficiency of the machine and its output.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Operates production machinery in accordance with customer requirements and specifications.
- Reads and understands drawings
- Assigned machines may include one or more of the following: Extrusion Machine/s, CNC 2 axis Welder, Flash Cutting Machine, IR Welder, HF Welder. See Skills Matrix
- Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
- Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
- Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record 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.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area and is responsible for the housekeeping of the general area around the machine/s including sweeping the work area and picking up loose items.
- Follows standard safety procedures
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
Ability to act quickly when problem arises.
Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and trouble shooting skills are required
Mechanical aptitude is required
Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
Computer Skills:
- Must be able to learn and use ERP system as it relates to specific job function such as entering data, printing/reprinting labels, creating maintenance and repair workorders and etc.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
At least one year of related experience preferred
Completion of on-the-job training may be substituted for educational requirements.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
- Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
- Constant standing
- Frequently sit, walk reach outward and reach above shoulder
- Occasionally climb, squat, kneel or bend
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.
Work Environment:
Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, and moving machines/equipment.
