Machine Operator 1St Shift

Summary

A Machine Operator 2 reports to an area supervisor and is responsible for planning, producing, and operating a variety of machine parts or components with minimal supervision to meet ship dates. The operator picks programs on the machines to produce simple parts meeting print specifications.

• Set up tools, machines, tube benders, band saws, drill presses, jigs, fixtures, press brake, robots, sheers needed to assemble or fabricate the product.
• Operate automated and semi‑automated machines to produce parts and components.
• Select the right program on CNC machines, press brake, robots, or other machinery to produce parts and components according to drawing or blueprint specifications.
• Change fixtures on the machines as necessary.
• Read and understand blueprints and other shop specifications/drawings.
• Load and unload material and set up machines for standard and special production runs.
• Monitor machine performance and take preventative and corrective action as needed.
• Perform general and specific maintenance on production machinery as indicated by protocol.
• Accurately use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measuring devices.
• Understand and use basic shop math and general machine skills.
• Verify settings by measuring positions and first article/sample PC.
• Conduct in‑process inspection of machined parts.
• Monitor feeds and speeds of machines during the machining process.
• Promote ESAPCO and build a positive team environment with co‑workers.
• Mentor and help train new employees.
• Clean and maintain area and floor space containing the machines.
• Adhere to all safety and OSHA regulations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

• One year of machine operation preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of general CNC and other machine protocol and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of corporate production methods and safety procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, schematics, and tape measure.
• Ability to select programs on CNC machines.
• Ability to produce parts and components from drawings and other specifications.
• Ability to use tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to handle production raw materials.
• Skilled in using tools and equipment.
• Skilled in following directions.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Must have communication skills appropriate for the job.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of machine operation experience preferred.
• Forklift certification a plus.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to read and follow blueprints, interpret drawings, and read a tape measure.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

The employee regularly stands, walks, talks, hears, uses hand and fingers, reaches with hands and arms, climbs or balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls. Occasionally sits. Must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds. Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, kneeling, crawling, and squatting are required.

Fluctuating temperatures from cooler to warmer indoors. Environment can be dry, dusty, humid, cold or hot indoors and outdoors.