What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at The Garland Company, Inc.?
JOB DESCRIPTION : MACHINE OPERATOR - COATINGS
Position / Title : Machine Operator- Coatings
Exempt / Non-Exempt : Non-Exempt
Reports to : Plant supervisor
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION :
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating various types of machines throughout the entire production process.
CORE & ESSENTIAL TASKS :
- Perform machine setups to start a production cycle.
- Compile the necessary raw materials, ensure appropriate portions / measurements and place them in the machine as specified.
- Control and adjust the functions and settings of machines (e.g. values, speed) per the batch sheet specifications.
- Ensure proper fill on each container pursuant to the batch sheet.
- Solve production issues, as necessary.
- Check output to discover any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
- Report to supervisor(s) regularly, keeping them updated on production activities and progress.
- Test the operation of machines periodically to guarantee their smooth running.
- Keep records of approved and defective units or final products.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
The employee is required to sit, climb, balance, carry, push, pull, reach, and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges. Read at, above, and below shoulder height. Sufficient manual dexterity required to operate equipment. Ability to communicate orally in a clear, concise and effective manner with the co-workers, company representatives, management, and staff in face-to-face, one-on-one and group settings. Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance at the facility. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Sit, stand, and / or walk for extended time periods. Ability to accurately distinguish color variation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Normal range of tolerance to household and other types of typical industrial / construction chemicals and solvents. The manufacturing plant is not climate controlled. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, chemicals and / or airborne particles, high pressure fluids, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Tolerate inclement weather, including heat and cold.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Garland Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age (40 and older), disability (except where the disability prevents the individual from being able to perform the essential functions of the job and cannot be reasonably accommodated) or any other legally protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
