Machine Operator - Weekends - 7:00am - 7:00pm

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

 

OPW Propane Energy Solutions (PES) is your premier choice for alternative fuel solutions. With over a century of expertise in manufacturing top-of-the-line gas flow and control products, PES stands at the forefront of innovation in the industry. Our proven technology in LPG and NH3 products allows us to craft solutions compatible with emerging alternatives like Bio LPG formulations and ammonia. Whether it's storage, transportation, or setting up filling stations, PES’s commitment to quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness is unparalleled. We pride ourselves on delivering tested and reliable solutions backed by unrivaled technical and sales support. From our roots in the U.S.A. to our global reach with regional customization, PES is poised to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of this new era of energy.  For more information on OPW's Propane Energy Solutions, please visit our website: OPW Propane Energy Solutions.

 

SCOPE: Setup Techs are tasked with start to finish setup of mill, lathe and CNC machines to produce high-quality valve and regulator parts. These individuals read blueprints, start and operate manual and CNC machines, perform quality checks with various gaging equipment, and perform minor preventative machine maintenance. We are looking for individuals who have knowledge or experience in machine operations, a keen eye for quality control and safety, the ability to solve problems and perform basic mathematics, and the desire to develop and expand their skills in a production-driven environment.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up manual/CNC and mill/lathe machines to produce metal valve and regulator parts.
• Starts machines, positions and secures workpiece, and engages bar feeding, cooling, and lubricating mechanisms.
• Reads blueprints and understands symbols for concentricity, runout, surface finish, machined/non-machined surfaces, seat areas, and dimensions.
• Detects product defects, contains defects, and resolves issues.
• Works through machine malfunctions, performs basic troubleshooting, and makes minor adjustments as necessary.
• Replaces dull or worn tooling in machines using hand tools.
• Removes burrs, sharp edges, and tool marks from products using files, hand grinders, wire brushes, and power tools.
• Performs quality checks by collecting measurements and dimensions using calipers, go/no go gages, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, concentricity gages and other measuring tools.
• Enters quality control data using Statistical Process Control System.
• Performs minor preventative maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, dies, or workpieces, or adding coolant to machine reservoirs.
• Actively participates in the ECI 6S program centered around work area safety (organization, standardization, and cleanliness) throughout the shift.
• Actively participates in Kaizen events, a program focused on the continuous improvement of safety practices related to individuals and processes within the manufacturing warehouse.

 

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

Required:

• Integrity - Reliability, Responsibility and Accountability
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, and basic shop mathematics, including measuring and effectively using calipers and other measuring tools
• Skill in reading and understanding mechanical blueprints
• Ability to perform work in a safe manner
• Must have high attention-to-detail and strong vision and hearing
• Ability to learn new machines and production procedures
• Must be a team player and willing to adapt to an ever-changing work environment and engage in continuous personal develo