Job Posting
Position Scope/Summary:
The primary purpose of this job is to operate machines used in the production of the organization's product. May be involved in equipment/process and set-up. Has proficiency in a range of procedures and/or equipment and the ability to complete tasks with little or no assistance.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Adheres to Company Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
Set up and operation of the precision metal tube drawing bull wheel process to produce product that meets quality specifications.
Performance must be maintained at acceptable levels and displayed by using the light system process.
Read and follow technical specifications, maintenance instructions and procedures.
Applies expertise within discipline, completes tasks and assignments and provides solutions to problems with some latitude for independent judgment.
Follow established documentation for product manufacturing.
Receive customer supplied and/or purchased materials, including proper labeling, handling and movement of materials and paperwork.
Document all work performed on production documents and receiving/shipping documents or computer systems.
Performs in-process inspection of all parts and/or assemblies in accordance with the requirements stated in the work order or as otherwise stated on drawings or work instructions.
Performs visual inspection both unaided and using magnification devices.
Performs various dimensional inspection using specific dies or gauges, or dimensional inspection systems and micrometers.
Maintain the segregation of conforming vs. non-conforming product.
Partner with engineering to establish and/or improve current processes.
Participate in Operational Excellence activities and/or teams.
Weekday/weekend OT is frequently required to meet business needs.
Mandatory OT may be implemented and applied as business necessitates with appropriate notice.
Performs additional duties as required.
Education & Experience
Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Technical or vocational schooling preferred.
Minimum Experience:
3 years company related work experience and/or 4+ years experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment; medical device experience preferred. Proficient with basic mathematics.
Knowledge & Skills:
Special Skills: Ability to work with small precision parts.
Specialized Knowledge: In depth knowledge of drawings and blueprints with ability to interpret information. Ability to use precision measurement equipment.
Environmental Working Conditions:
Use of personal protective equipment such as but not limited to safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as required in company policies and safe work procedures.
Working with cutting & machining fluids, solvents, lubricants and other chemicals using appropriate safety controls.
Use of lift assist devices and safety devices where available at/on equipment is a must.
Lifting of material up to 50 pounds.
Frequent pushing and pulling of material up to 12 hours per day.
Frequent carrying, bending, standing, sitting up to 12 hours per day.
Frequent reaching and grabbing of material.
Requirement to attend safety training, participate in safety committee and hazard analysis and resolution as conditions warrant.
Disclaimer:
The duties and responsibilities described in this description are not to be considered a comprehensive or exhaustive list. Additional tasks may be assigned as required or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. The Company reserves the right to modify the description as it deems necessary.
