Cascade Die Casting Group

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Machine Operator - Secondary 

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Great Lakes / Secondary Operations

DATE DEVELOPED: 05/2023

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

POSITION SCOPE
The Secondary Operator will be required to set up and operate various secondary equipment and perform associated tasks to produce quality products for our customers in a cost-effective and timely manner. Follow and adhere to safety regulations regarding the safe operation of secondary machinery and all other related equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read, comprehend, and follow written, standardized work instructions and trained procedures to perform any secondary machinery throughout the facility.  
• Visually inspects castings during operation to comply with customer specifications.
• Meet hourly production requirements on a daily basis. Production net of scrap must meet output levels equal to or exceeding cast / trim rates (rates may change over time).
• Knowledgeable on performing hourly checks using gauges.
• Follow the scrap and containment procedures.
• Visually inspect parts for cast / trim defects and minimize scrap.
• Know the proper procedures for packing parts.
• Learn new tasks and adapt to frequent job duty changes which includes cross training and working on multiple machines as required by business and manpower demands.
• Accurately enter data into production software and quality systems.
• Properly completes daily paperwork.
• Work overtime hours as required and be available for emergency overtime when the need arises.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Perform Process Specific Training Form duties if available.
• Regularly report for work on time with a desire to perform to the best of your abilities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area consistent with safety, work rules, and regulations.
• Other duties are assigned from time-to-time.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs. Perform duties in compliance quality, as well as safety policies, procedures/processes, and programs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Exhibit Companies Core Values.
• Ability to work in other classifications or departments as needed.  
• Communicate with Associates and between shifts on daily activities.
• Communicate and exchange problem areas with supervisors and fellow coworkers.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential and additional duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability also required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential and additional functions.

CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION, and WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Lock Out/Tag Out experience preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability: ability to adjust to new circumstances, or change; is flexible; handles constructive feed-back, effectively.
• Communications: communicates both verbally and in writing effectively; listens; documents effectively.
• Dependability: ability to work independently and accepts accountability; stays focused; meets work demands; sets personal standards and meets commitments; is reliable, and trustworthy.
• Quality of Work: ability to focus on details and accuracy; looks for improvement in processes or procedures; owns/acts own quality issues; exhibits sound and accurate judgement and makes timely decisions.
• Strives for Results: manages work load; seeks additional responsibilities and generates innovative, cost-saving revenue generating ideas; manages priorities and time; plans and is organized; demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to goals; is a good steward of company resources.
• Team Orientation/Ability to Work with Others: collaborates; cooperates; provides excellent customer service: both internal and external; teamwork.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Please note: Continuously (80%-100%), Frequently (21%-79%), Occasionally (up to 20%)

• Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
  • Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
  • Promptly detect and respond to visual and auditory safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
  • Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and steel-toed safety shoes.
  • Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold) and/or in hazardous environments.
  • Continuously and repetitively use hand positioning to grip/grasp devices such as hoists and a wide range of power and vibrating tools or other equipment.
• Frequently and repetitively:
  • Bend, push, pull, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work.
  • Lift or carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds and periodically care or lift materials weighing up to 50lbs.
• Occasionally sit, and climb (including ladders and lifts).
• Recognizes potential exposure to mechanical, chemical, electrical, and explosive hazards.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Associate to successfully perform the essential and additional duties and responsibilities of this position.

DISCLAIMER: The requirements listed above represent the essential knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Additional or different requirements may exist in this role. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

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