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Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE), a joint venture between Worthington Industries and Armstrong World Industries, has established worldwide leadership in the production of suspended ceiling systems. WAVE produces metal ceiling grids that can be combined with Armstrong ceiling boards as a complete package or sold individually. Founded in 1992, WAVE operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the golden rule. This philosophy serves as an unwavering commitment to the customer, supplier, and shareholder, and it serves as the foundation for one of the strongest employee-employer partnerships in American industry. For more information about our products, please visit WAVE is currently looking for a Production Operator to join our team! This position is responsible for activities associated with CNC, Routing, clips and accessories press operations. An operator must demonstrate the ability to coordinate all manufacturing functions such as loading raw material, feeding coil through leveler head, and operating press to cut, mill, bend, punch, pierce or other forming operation. Salary Range : $25.58 - $38.36 (not inclusive of quarterly profit sharing) General Responsibilities: Always maintain all work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition Work safely by demonstrating a commitment to safety, understanding, and following safety instructions, training and procedures and reporting safety concerns right away. Report to work on time every day and completing a full shift. Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions. Set up equipment and operate according to the schedule. Maintain continuous operations of CNC, Routing and stamping equipment; removal and setup of dies, identify and implement machine adjustments, and actively troubleshoot efficiency losses. Verify parts against applicable drawings, specifications, and work instructions using required measuring and inspection tools. Complete required first-piece and in-process inspections, monitor equipment for malfunctions and out-of-tolerance production, and take authorized corrective action or stop and escalat[e] issues as required. Evaluate and maintain feed rate of material for all progressive and combination die set arrangements. Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance production. Perform visual and gauge-specific quality inspections of parts, and make corrective actions as required. Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications using measuring and inspection tools Perform basic machine preventative maintenance on press and other auxiliary equipment Package finished product. Operate hand powered tools (training provided). Participate in continuous improvement and LEAN manufacturing activities. Flexible/adaptable to assignment changes. Stand for an extended period every day and safely lift up to 40 pounds. Perform these and other related duties as assigned or directed. Actively participate in communication and WAVE culture. Measures of Effectiveness; including, but not limited to: Safety – OSHA rate, compliance to regulations/policies, evidence of risk reduction, engagement in 8-Step Safety Process, near-miss reporting Quality – Customer claims, quarantined product, ability to recognize defects and implement corrective actions through visual inspection while machine is in operation Productivity – Changeover time, OEE%, downtime %, troubleshooting, CMMS activity, production orders Communication – Shift handoff and line preparation, Gemba, kaizen event participation Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Required; Knowledge and experience of CNC machinery in manufacturing environment or similar. Preferred; Experience with LEAN manufacturing, 6S, Six Sigma. Preferred; Experience in a fast-paced, high performance manufacturing environment. Background check required Worthington Enterprises is proud to foster an inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to innovate, grow, and contribute their unique strengths. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process; if you need assistance using our careers website, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Worthington Enterprises is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that improve everyday lives by elevating spaces and experiences. The company operates with two primary business segments: Building Performance Solutions and Trade & Specialty Solutions. Our deeply held Philosophy is rooted in the Golden Rule – we treat our customers, employees, investors and suppliers as we would like to be treated. #J-18808-Ljbffr Worthington Enterprises, Inc.