Machine Operator

Full Time

Summary

Responsible for operating and maintaining machines that facilitate the production of lifting slings, extruded products, and Selantic tethers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up, starts, and operates miscellaneous machinery that is part of the twisting, winding, braiding, sewing, extrusion processes.
• Selects and installs proper tooling and fixtures specific for the individual jobs
• Observes and monitors the machines throughout the production run. May be required to fill out logs to track key process parameters.
• Be available for any shift where training requirements are identified.
• Keep track of all materials used for each job and segregate the production material from the scrapped material.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance measures to keep the machines in top operating condition.
• Diagnose problems with machines and report them to the maintenance team to resolve.
• Understand and apply the Quality Policy, quality documentation, and company objectives to all tasks assigned
• Act in a safe manner in all activities performed and promote the Safety Program in all processes and procedures

Skills and Competencies

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
• High level of mechanical aptitude
• Flexibility to rotate shifts as required
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships

Education and Experience

Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED preferred.

Experience Requirements: 2+ years as extrusion operator and/or maintenance role

Physical Demands

• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required

Work Environment

Primary work environment is temperature-controlled workshop/manufacturing facility where following appropriate safety protocols at the location would be required. Employee will be exposed to moderate levels of noise in workshop.