Machine Operator-2nd Shift

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

• Operate fabricating machines such as cutoff saw, roll, brake, press, forming machine, spinning machine and punch to cut, bend and shape all sorts of steel
• Analyze work orders and read blueprints to determine information such as material to be used and types and sequence of operations to be used for fabrication
• Report accurate quantities, materials used and time in MD Link
• Read job specs to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Set stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template
• Position workplace against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade
• Push buttons or pedals to activate machine
• Observe machine operation to detect and prevent work piece defects or machine malfunction
• Measure work pieces dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation
• Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust or scale from work piece
• Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machine, dies or work pieces when needed
• Assist in machine set up
• Stack, mark, pack and transport finished work pieces
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

Education/Experience Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training
• Certification in forklift operation. The company will train, following hire, if necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedural manuals
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Read and write English Proficiently
• Apply skills to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form
• Satisfactorily perform essential duties
• Ability to respond to common inquiries
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
• Calculate figures and amounts and compute rates, ratios and percentages

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Employee must be able to regularly stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Use hands to feel, finger or handle all types of materials
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and occasionally sit, climb or balance
• Requires regular lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision requirements; close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust your focus
• Detect smells of machine performance malfunctions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Safety Issues

• Must follow all safety rules and regulations regarding safety policies
• Follow safety instructions and understand standard operating procedures
• Regularly check bulletin board safety notices
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to vibration
• Noise level is usually high and ear plugs are required
• In the event of violation of the personal health safety and conduct rules, disciplinary actions will be imposed per the disciplinary process

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with, or without notice.Steel King Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. This means that we do not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or other classification protected under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants.