Machine Operator

Job Type Full-time Description

 The Machine Set-Up Operator ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards .

Requirements

  Duties/Responsibilities:

· Sets up and operates tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.

· Studies blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed. 

· Selects, places, and secures tools. 

· Places and secures workpieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.

· Prepares fixtures and feeding devices, starts machine, and engages feed.

· Observes each machine to verify quality performance.

· Verifies measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers are in proper working order.

· Sets and adjusts necessary controls to regulate machines.

· Sharpens tools with bench grinder as needed.

· Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

· Thorough understanding of mechanics and other properties of machines.

· Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and blueprints. 

· Ability to follow proper safety protocols.

· Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications for expectations such as fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates. 

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational school diploma highly preferred.

· At least one year of experience as a machine operator required.