Machine Operator

Job DescriptionClassificationSkilled ManufacturingCategoryMachine OperationReports toProduction SupervisorPosition ProfileRoles ApplicableProfiling Operator 1-3Grooving Operator 1-3CNC Operator 1-3VBSP Former 1-3PurposeExecute defined manufacturing processes to produce conforming parts while meeting safety, quality, and production expectations.Core Job ResponsibilitiesExecute assigned manufacturing processes per standard work.Follow documented work instructions and inspection plans.Verify part conformance at point of use.Maintain safe work conditions and proper PPE usage.Record production, scrap, and downtime data in required systems.Escalate safety, quality, or process concerns immediately.Maintain an organized and clean work area.Attendance & ReliabilityReport to work during assigned schedule.Follow call-in protocol.Remain at workstation during working times.Safety & PolicyFollow Victaulic’s Code of Conduct.Follow safety rules.Use required PPE.Stop work for safety concerns.QualityFollow inspection plans.Produce conforming parts.Stop work for defects.ProductivityMeet production targets.Accurately record output in Mendix.Follow known cycle times.Decision AuthorityStop work for safety concerns.Stop work for quality concerns.Escalate issues.Progression SignalsConsistent attendance.Cross training effectiveness.Quality Performance.Safe operation of equipment.Meeting daily attainment metrics.Proper Mendix utilization.Skill growth & Engagement.Positive supervisor assessment.Success SignalsConsistent attendance.Low rework.Safe behavior.Cross-training engagement.Progression BlockerRework trends.Safety issues.Poor attendance.Resistance to learning.Active disengagement.Evaluation MetricsAttendance – 15%Supervisor Evaluation / Feedback – 10%Mendix / Productivity – 25%Quality, Teamwork, and Safety (QTS) – 20%KPIs – 30%Skills and ResponsibilitiesPerformance evaluation, skill progression, and role advancement for all applicable positions are determined through a combination of documented system data and direct leadership validation. Mendix data is used to confirm productivity, attainment, and system usage. Supervisor, Lead, and Trainer feedback is used to validate safe operation, quality output, skill application, and readiness for progression during normal production conditions. No single data source determines performance outcomes. Final determinations are made through review of both operational data and leadership assessment and applied consistently across all roles and levels.Machine Operator – Level 1Qualified in one machine operation role.Holds Level 1-3 within that role.Machine Operator – Level 2All level 1 Requirements.Qualified in two machine operator roles.At minimum, holds Level 2 in both roles.Machine Operator – Level 3Qualified in three or more machine operator roles.At minimum, holds Level 3 in three or more roles.Machine Operator - LeadAll Level 3 requirements.Provide floor support to production teams.Support Victaulic Safety initiatives as an area representative.Support Victaulic FEM initiatives as an area representative.Assist Production supervisor’s day-to-day activities when needed.Balance production when required.Providing guidance / training to new machine operators.Reinforce knowledge / best practices to machine operators.Track training and reinforcement efforts.Weekly touchpoints with employees and observations reported to supervisors. #J-18808-Ljbffr Victaulic