Wire Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Operator Reports To: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department(s): Spot, Mig, Mig Robot, Press, Laser, Turret, Tubing,, Forming, Grinding, Riveting, Mat Welder, PEM, Spot, Mig, Press, Laser, Turret

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for carrying out the daily duties of a Machine Operating Technician, including but not limited to: producing parts according to samples, written specs or verbal instructions; comparing completed parts to production sample(s) to insure proper quality; maintaining 5-S cleanliness and efficiency standards; and upholding Midland safety standards.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Operate machinery (Press Brake, Spot Welder, Punch Press, Drill Press, Etc) to produce the required number of parts according to production schedule.
• Compare finished parts to production sample(s) as instructed on job order to insure proper quantity and quality.
• Restock, move and organize materials (sheet metal, wire, tubing) to keep production running smooth.
• Enter completed parts to computer system to ensure job order data is accurate.
• Punch in and out of computer system to ensure payroll/labor data is correct.
• Account for down time by punching into or out of proper downtime/indirect labor codes.
• Correctly fill out shipping tags.
• Load finished parts (correct number and/or correct weight) in box according to instructions
• Continually strive to meet Midland Metal Products employment standards, policies, and regulations.
• Assist other departments when necessary
• Maintain awareness of and continually practice safe work habits. Maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain cleanliness on projects both during and after job completion. Adhere to and understand 5-S standards and evaluation.
• Work overtime when needed.
• Work in a variety of temperature conditions.
• Maintain accurate records, both paper and electronic, related to incoming and outgoing materials, job orders, shipping tags, etc.
• Maintain updated knowledge of product and industry standards.
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.
• Attend company-sponsored training (i.e. external, in-house, web/computer based, etc.)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Training: High school diploma or GED and technical training preferred

Experience:

- 1 to 3 years of previous work-related skill, knowledge, and experience preferred.

- Prior wire forming experience preferred.

- Experience with measuring tools.

- Experience in a manufacturing environment is helpful.

- Experience as a machine operator helpful.

Knowledge and Skills:

- US Citizen or Resident Alien Card

- Familiarity with standard units of measurement.

- Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).

- Unlimited or unimpaired ability to walk, bend, stoop. Be able to lift up to 70 lbs.

- Capacity to work with and understand how various machines operate, including: Press Brake, Punch Press, Spot Welders, Drill Press, etc.

- Capacity to work as a member of a team or by oneself to achieve desired results

- Ability to use a computer to enter labor and time and attendance data.

- Ability to read, write, and comprehend work orders

- Understand Piece rate incentive.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Seeing: Must be able to read reports, use computer, see in dimly lit/confined spaces, read a tape measure or other measuring device.

Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers, identify machine sounds

Standing/Walking

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work required for this position is to be performed on-site.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15