Machine Operator

Job Scope: Controlling and operating of machines and equipment to manufacture parts for the company.
Operation of heavy, sophisticated machinery is required to make the parts and move them on to the next step of the manufacturing process in a timely manner.
Communication with other departments is essential to meet production deadlines.
Essential Duties: Making parts with a high level of quality Bending, burning out, putting holes in, and cutting parts Quality checks on finished parts to ensure proper condition Scraping slag off parts Operation of overhead cranes, brake press, shears Use of lifting clamps, lifting chains, and lifting straps Operation of CNC machinery such as burn tables, angle lines, drill lines, and radial drills Maintain a chain of communication with co-workers, supervisors, and other departments Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production Treat shop tools and equipment with care Secondary Duties: Maintain an overall safe work environment Keep work area clean Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work in a team environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to operate all equipment with precision Education Requirements: High school diploma, GED, or equal years of experience Experience Requirements: No experience required Physical Requirements: Individual must be prepared for: Reaching - 10% of shift Bending - 50% of shift Pushing - 40% of shift Pulling - 40% of shift Climbing - 80% of shift Sitting - 15% of shift Overhead work - 15% of shift Standing - 85% of shift Walking - 85% of shift Lifting up to 50 pounds - 15% of shift Employee must perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of his or her disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Other Requirements: Pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical Work Environment: Work takes place in a climate controlled shop.
Work is in a loud environment.
Individual must be prepared to work in hot or cold temperatures.
Individual may be exposed to fumes or chemicals.
Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, and ear plugs, are required on the shop floor.
Career Ladder: This position could lead to a “Machine Operator Leader” position.
Safety: Promote a Healthy and Safe Culture Empower employees to make the workplace safe Establish employee ownership for safe behavior and awareness Plan safety into all tasks Learn from unsafe experiences to prevent future accidents Performance Standards: The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Successful development and timely completion of individual and divisional annual objectives Accomplishment of professional development goals as established in the employee performance evaluation Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in building and maintaining levels of trust and respect Satisfactory annual evaluation by supervisor Note: Mellott Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time with or without notice to the employee.