Machine Operator 1

Job Overview

• Set up all tools, appliances, benches, sewing machine, tube benders, band saws, drills presses, jigs, fixtures and materials needed to assemble and/or fabricate the assigned product.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools and other machines such as drills, marvel band saws, cold saws, presses, tube bender machinery and other manufacturing machinery.  
• Measure, cut and/or move materials into position for fabrication or assembly according to design drawings and work order instructions.
• Fabricate and/or assemble product.
• Inspect all work done for overall quality and identify any errors.  If instructions call for an external inspector, notify the inspector and wait for inspection.
• Correct any errors or rework as necessary.
• Prepare finished product for next assembly or for transfer to another location as indicated by instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Perform daily maintenance of equipment.
• Trained to operate a sit-down forklift as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Prior Machine Operation Experience Required
• Knowledge of corporate production methods and safety procedures
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and instructions
• Ability to use power and hand tools safety and effectively
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately
• Ability to read, follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision 
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred 
• Forklift Certification a plus