Machine Operator

Machine Operator

The Machine Operators will set-up, maintain and operate the rotational plastic mold press. Main responsibility is to efficiently produce and inspect rotationally molded parts according to Yamaha-Kracor quality standards while achieving targeted cycles.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate support of the Yamaha-Kracor Vision and Culture through verbal and physical actions of the Yamaha-Kracor Heritage, Traditions, Shared Values, Process Elements, Traits and Behaviors.
• Responsible for Safety, Quality, Production Efficiency and Continuous Improvements in production.
• Actively work to minimize Quality Returns, Quality Holds, and Powder Loss.
• Accurately read, understand, and follow production schedule and set-up sheets.
• Accurately complete daily production paperwork and press documentation.
• Inspect parts and products for potential defects or suspicious quality.
• Promote and enforce a tour-ready safe work environment, every day.
• Authority to shutdown machines for repairs, quality, or safety concerns.
• Willing to perform other tasks as needed and pertaining to the Machine Operator position.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Communication:

• Verbal: Expresses self clearly and effectively when talking/listening to individuals and groups.
• Reading: Must be able to understand written English language.
• Teamwork: Works well with others. Positively supports others and shares knowledge.
• Independence: Takes actions based on personal convictions. Does not rely solely on the opinions of others. Evaluates a situation and takes needed action to achieve success.
• Integrity: Maintains the normal standards of ethics, conduct and organizational policies in job-related activities. Is a positive contributor to Yamaha-Kracor.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Maintains effective working relationships with others.
• Learning ability: Has the ability and desire to learn new information.
• Above average critical thinking skills.
• Driven by one's own need to succeed.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.

Physical Needs and Work Environment:

• Standing: Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Lifting/Carrying/Pushing: Lifting/carrying parts, material, and product of 30 pounds on a regular basis and 70 pounds occasionally.
• Hand Tasks: Grasping, pinching reaching, handling, fingering, picking, or otherwise working with fingers and use of hand and arm tasks.
• Climate: Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 60 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Must wear all required PPE including, but not limited to, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and gloves.

Other

• Must climb steps, maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling, have good eye-hand coordination, stoop, bend, reach, handle, finger, feel and push.
• Must visually detect defects, depth, colors, variances, and see objects as real.
• Ability to interact effectively with all team Members and personnel.
• Ambitious work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Proven success in a fast-paced environment.