What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Nichols Portland Inc?
Essential Functions:
- Machine operation including loading and unloading of parts according to standard work instructions
- Visual and mechanical inspection of parts
- Basic job set-up
- Trouble-shooting minor equipment issues
- Report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, unsafe and unusual conditions
- Perform statistical process control (SPC) requirements
- Assist senior operators with set-up/tooling changeovers
- Assist engineers with process improvement activities
- Participate in cross-training activities
- Adhere to all environmental health and safety rules and regulations
- Maintain quality standards
- Maintain work area and equipment in accordance with 5S and Operator Maintenance Guidelines
- Perform other duties as required or directed
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Be proficient in working with process sheets
- Have knowledge of SPC requirements
- Be familiar with a variety of gaging instruments and methods
- Be proficient in general shop math including decimals and measurements with very close tolerances
- Have good mechanical aptitude
- Ability to follow verbal and written direction
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
- Willingness to learn
Job related demands (i.e. physical, travel):
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with presswork, machine tools, oils, and chemicals
- Ability to conduct processes that are repetitive
- Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
- Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs without assistance
- Ability to travel to vendor or customer sites
- Ability to speak and listen to express ideas
Additional Comments
The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
