Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Operator
Location: Houston, Tx 77013
Shift: Mon thru Fri; 6am -3:30pm
Pay Rate: $17 - $18.50 DOE

• Operator turns the hammermill on before starting shift.
• Monitor machine is working properly and smoothly.
• Keep track of order numbers for contaminants by using the PO provided by the dust room worker or production worker.
• Remove live ammo and other contaminants that are not brass.
• The person working with the hammermill ensures material is inspected to separate the good brass from the trash.
• The operator must set the timer to manage how much load goes into the Gaylor Box
• Small box set timer to 20 minutes and for large box set the timer for 30 minutes.
• Monitor the brass with the crushed brass is not overloaded.
• Once the box is at capacity, prepare the box for forklift driver.
• Open the blinds so the forklift driver can enter the area and pick up the full box and place an empty box (repeat process).
• The operator must stop about 30 minutes before shift ends and begin cleaning the work area, the machine, and organizing the area for the next day.
• Organize the contaminants with the appropriate PO on form provided.
• Ensure product meets quality standards
• Collaborate with other warehouse staff to ensure efficient workflow and order fulfillment.
• Maintains general order and cleanliness of area, including removal of trash, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently
• Ability to work well with others
• Experience with cranes and potentially forklifts.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. 
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions. 
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason. 
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives. 

Physical Demands

• Work is performed while standing, sitting, and walking.
• Requires bending, squatting, and reaching.
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, cold, and hot environment.
• Personal Protective Equipment required: respirator, hearing protection, coverall, head cover, gloves, steel-toed shoes.
• Push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Abilities

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Work effectively in fast paced environment
• Dependable and reliable
• Follow instructions and be a team player

Experience

• Minimum one to two years of related experience

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Company Description

Today’s job market is ultra-complex. Placing just the right people into just the right jobs doesn’t happen by chance. It’s a science. At PrideStaff, we’ve mastered the art of staffing to help our clients and candidates achieve their goals. Whether you’re a company looking for a true partner, or a job seeker looking to land a new position, PrideStaff experts eliminate guesswork and get results.