Production Operator - Caldwell

Job Title

Nature of Work

This position performs equipment operation duties associated with the production and finishing of magnetic products.

Examples of Work

• Selects and weighs components in accordance with established manufacturing directions (batch records).
• Selects and moves components to weighing area or dumping station.
• Examines in-process materials to determine compliance with quality standards.
• Samples product according to Quality Control procedures.
• Maintains equipment.
• Responsible for cleanliness of work area and adherence to OSHA regulations.
• Performs Daily Check Sheet on equipment and resolves issues.
• Operates forklift to move and store raw materials.
• Performs regular safety inspections and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Checks calibration of scales and maintains inspection log.
• Reports any inconsistency in color, thickness, etc., in raw or manufactured materials to department Team Leader.
• Recommends improvements to product and process.
• Assists mechanic as required.
• Performs other duties assigned by management.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail skills.
• Ability to operate equipment, including computer-controlled blending equipment.
• Ability to become a licensed forklift operator.
• Ability to communicate well with other employees, particularly regarding production issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to write routine correspondence and complete production paperwork including Waste & Production reporting, Smart Maintenance Work Requests, etc.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.
• Ability to read and use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: High School education or equivalent.

Experience: Six months related experience preferred.