Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The markets served by Channell are Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV among others. Major product lines include a complete line of thermoplastic and metal fabricated enclosures, fiber optic cable connection and management systems and high performance below grade vaults.JOB SUMMARY:The Rotational Molding Operator is responsible for ensuring that all molds/spiders in production are properly handled, inspected and spun prior to each molding cycle, and operating the rotational molding arms, molds/spiders and crane in a safe manner. Responsible for ensuring that all production parts are inspected, cleaned, and trimmed before part goes on the fixture. Running the CNC machine on a safe and standard cycle time. Following work orders and specification sheets to ensure proper cuts. Ensuring paperwork is properly filled out and turned in. Responsible for proper operation of reduction engineering pulverizer, Kelly Duplex and Heinschel blenders and all ancillary loading, blowing, vacuum, cooling, weighing and test equipment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Clear, effective oral and written communicationSafely operate cranes, molds/spiders, machinery, and hand/power toolsWear required safety equipment/PPEObserve and enforce manufacturing safety practicesPerform operator-level safety inspections; report issues to department lead and/or shift supervisorPerform area clean up as neededReport all accidents or near misses to department lead and/or shift supervisorLift, pull, push up to 30 / 50 poundsBe able to identify product part numbers and descriptionsSafely turning on and off the CNC machinesOperate the CNC machines, including cycle start, cycle stop, machine jog.Work over-time as neededKNOWLEDGE OF:Experience with CNC machines; programming, troubleshooting and operationGood mechanical skills, use of hand/power toolsGood understanding of quality and safety practicesABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:Understanding Rotational Molding equipment processesPerform equipment emergency stopsUnderstanding arm balancing and verifying of loadProper use and inspection of mold, spider and spider lifting chainsUnderstanding use and application of mold releasing proceduresUnderstanding vent tube application and maintenanceProper use of overhead craneProper handling and inspection of molded partsSafely operate bandsaws and hand-held tools, trimmers and drill pressesMust understand and follow all departmental safety rulesProper use of all safety equipment: safety glasses, safety belt, harness, and hard hatAble to locate cavity numbersPerform equipment emergency stopsUnderstand BOMs, spec sheets, production schedules, and move ticketsPerform product changeovers including fixture changes, and program changesUnderstanding part to part variations (size variations) and their effect at the CNC machineUnderstanding temperature changes and their effect on parts at the CNC machineUnderstanding the safety mat operationUnderstand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)ISO sections pertaining to the positionEQUIPMENT USED:Rotational Molding MachinesSafety tether system and ladderCranesCNC machinesPower tools and hand toolsVent-tube clearing rods and clearing fixturesPlastic scrapersBelt grinderBand sawsReduction engineering pulverizerKelly Duplex and Heinschel blendersDust hogsBlowerVacuumsDigital ScalesPallet jacksThermometersPumpsComputersSafety boots/shoes, gloves, eye protection, safety vest/clothingQUALIFICATIONS:Submit to background check, pre-employment drug screenPass work physical and lift testHigh School graduate or GED equivalentMust be able to speak, read/comprehend and write in EnglishPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and working conditions requirement indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.Physical Demands: Standing and walking (up to continuously); bend/stoop, twist neck and torso (frequently); reach, hold, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry raw material, finished product, tools and machinery up to 30 / 50 pounds (frequently); use seeing, hearing and speaking.Working Conditions: Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures. #J-18808-Ljbffr Channell Commercial Corporatio