Machine Operator

Responsibilities:

• Follow company standards, policies and objectives
• Operates various production machines, following specific markings or specifications
• Observes machine in operation, to ensure even flow of stock and to detect jamming, improper feeding, or foreign materials
• Marks cutting lines, or identifying information on stock, using marking pencil, ruler or scribe
• Stacks and sorts material according to type and size, for packaging, further processing or shipping
• Clean and lubricate machine
• Reads work orders and blueprints, or receive oral instructions, regarding specifications for stock to be cut
• Maintains general housekeeping for work area

Skills & Qualifications:

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to do basic math, including decimals and percentages
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must have working knowledge of common materials
• Must have general knowledge of pre-determined, routine procedures to include loading and unloading of parts in machines, part inspection, blueprint reading (will train), full scale drawing use and knowledge of inspection tool use

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous mental and visual attention is required
• Requires constant alertness and attention to detail of correct product shipped and the count quantity
• Work involves likelihood of irregularity of work schedule to meet customer demand
• Performing these duties will involve lifting, pulling, or pushing physical objects; standing, stooping and bending, walking and standing for long periods of time
• Working in hot, cold, noisy work areas and being exposed to odors, fumes, and dust
• Must be able to constantly sustain exertion and lifting of parts ranging from 0-75 lbs.
• Must wear steel toe shoes, ear plugs, and safety glasses at ALL times on the production floor, hard hats required in certain areas

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• At least one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA, HSA
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Paid Parental Leave
• PTO, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• 401K (with matching)

EEO Statement: Nelson Global is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.