Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Three D Metals is currently hiring machine operators for their new facility in Valley City. We are looking for energetic and adaptable candidates to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who likes to be busy, enjoys working with people, and brings a positive, can-do attitude to every shift. Experience with FANUC robots and Robodrill machining centers is highly desired.

The Machine Operator will set up and operate a variety of machining equipment.

Essential functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Set up and operate machining centers, including punch presses and press brakes
• Install and adjust tooling, including dies, cutters, and fixtures
• Read and interpret blueprints and instructions to ensure accurate production
• Inspect finished parts using measuring tools to ensure specifications are met
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED. Vocational school education a plus
• Minimum three years of experience operating machining equipment (punch presses, press brakes, or similar)
• Experience setting up tooling and making adjustments
• Preferred experience includes operation of Ehrts, Fanuc Robots, Fanuc RoboDrill machining centers, and Bystronic Press Brakes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.