Production Operator I

Job Posting1st & 3rd Shifts AvailableBTD is a fast-growing metalworking company. We provide custom metalwork services for some of the world's top brands. Our 1300+ employees work from four facilities throughout the Midwest and Southeast. We invest in our people, our equipment, and our facilities to offer our clients the best value possible. We are also a wholly owned subsidiary of Otter Tail Corporation, a publicly traded company on NASDAQ.Summary: Under general supervision operates welding, assembly or machining equipment or various types of presses in the manufacturing area.Safety is #1 at BTD: Our expectation is that every employee: 1) Strictly follows safety policies, rules and safe work methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Promptly reports injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.Essential Functions:Reads and understands simple blueprints and sketches.Manufactures parts to blueprints and/or sketches using Operator Inspection Instructions (OII) as guide.Inspects parts produced as instructed by Operator Inspection Instructions (OII), teacher, set-up person, lead-person or supervisor using tools such as tape measure, caliper, micrometer, protractor and document findings.Upon completion of production operation, returns pattern, check fixture and any documentation forms to proper location.Stacks parts, cleans machines or does other duties as assigned.Operates various types and sizes of stamping presses in a safe and efficient manner or some machines including milling machines, CNC machines, spot welders, turret machines, rivet machine and others as instructed.Uses software programs to enter time/payroll information, job information, etc.Performs those duties as specified on the Daily Maintenance/Safety Checklist for equipment being operated.Maintains a clean and safe work area.Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Graduation from high school or 18 years of age. Pass math measurement/blueprint test with 85% or better.Experience and Skills Required: Recent mechanical and shop experience that includes the following skills and abilities would be beneficial.Some knowledge of the equipment, materials, methods and practices used in the production process.Some knowledge of related safety requirements to include proper use of safety equipment and proper safety precautionsAbility to understand and follow routine oral and written instructionsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Must have average math skills and mechanical ability.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 the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the 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 the job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Compensation Salary Range: OTC4 $17.77-$24.86 per hour. The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(K) match, etc.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.