Entry Level Machine Operator

Join to apply for the Entry Level Machine Operator role at Seaway Position Summary: Under direct supervision, the employee is trained in the procedures and techniques of heading, including terminology, machines, general machine maintenance, preventive maintenance, calibration, and job setup. The employee will learn by following instructions from the Heading Supervisor and senior heading operators, understanding how dies are assembled, housekeeping, secondary equipment, use of the payoff, steel identification, tooling location, machine controls, and will possess a forklift license. Heading operators have the authority to stop production if a quality problem is found. Overview The role is entry level and involves training in heading processes and related equipment, with growth into more advanced tasks as skills develop. Primary Functions / Responsibilities Maintains work area and machine in a clean and orderly fashion. Becomes familiar with guarding and safety features to safely operate the machine. Notifies experienced operator or maintenance of any problems. Contacts experienced operator when assistance is needed. Knows when to seek assistance and who to contact. Performs minor daily maintenance (checks oil levels). Is familiar with the operator’s manual; knows the machine’s parts and terminology relative to machine tooling and adjustments in the die area. Identifies out-of-control conditions and responses. Maintains proper use and maintenance of gauges. Able to read part drawings to complete process checks properly. Operates machine and maintains quality after setup by others, including stopping the machine when questions arise. Understands perishable tools storage and can identify different perishable tools needed for various jobs; uses tool usage sheets. Knows when to change minor perishable tooling and utilizes usage sheets. Is familiar with the payoff and related equipment. Has basic knowledge of how dies and punches are installed into the machine. Understands the wire line relative to cutter, quill, dies and transfer. Able to identify potential problems by reviewing progressions. Can make all changes relative to wire size on payoff, auxiliary feed box and feed box. Operates forklift safely and possesses a forklift license. Able to use a computer and is familiar with job setup sheets. Becomes familiar with the problem-solving process. Completes training and understands all in-process inspections including SPC charting; completes inspections on time, every time. Is trained on and familiar with ISO9001 / IATF16949 / ISO14001 processes and work instructions relative to heading. Able to make minor adjustments to align transfer fingers to the die. Is trained and familiar with preventive maintenance on headers and payoffs. Utilizes information entered into ERP systems accurately. Trained to use load monitor and understands how to use it properly. Trained to perform cold form processing and job production including loading raw materials, aligning cutter, quill and changing tooling. Performs other duties and assignments as requested. Education / Work Experience Required High school degree or equivalent Strong mechanical aptitude Computer skills Ability to move freely around the plant Ability to lift and transfer a variety of materials weighing up to forty pounds Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Machinery Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Seaway