Machine Operator II - 1st Shift

LB Foster•Columbia City, IN

About The Position

As a Machine Operator II, you are responsible for performing various duties including staging and loading parts, and performing specific jobs based off customer requirements. Must be responsible and comply with all safety guidelines. Attention to detail, and great mechanical aptitude are also essential. Must be able to comply with all safety guidelines and keep your work area clean using 5S principles. Shift Schedules (Mon-Fri): Shift 1: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Shift 2: 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Responsibilities (Essential Functions): Independently set up and operate machinery safely and efficiently. Perform preproduction daily maintenance and equipment inspections. Review production schedule to assure production materials are loaded to maintain production efficiencies. Must be able to identify material being machined. Fill out required daily production and maintenance reports. Visually inspect production material for defects or damage and report and document any findings. Maintain adequate supplies for efficient production of parts and coordinate with Supervisor when materials are needed. Always adhere to safety standards and report issues concerning safety, quality, and productivity immediately. Understand company safety and quality policies. Assist with plant and yard activities as needed and requested. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 - 4 years of experience operating machinery in a production environment required
2 - 4 years’ experience working in a production environment required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to set up and properly operate machine
Ability to perform daily and preoperational maintenance
Must be able to work machine safely and accurately with great concentration and precision.
Ability to identify equipment issues when they arise
Must be able to work with hands for pushing, pulling, and rolling pipe when needed
Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
Ability to follow daily production schedules
Ability to operate hand tools
Ability to accurately read a tape measure and micrometer
Ability to identify the material differences
Safety Oriented
Strong Communication Skills
Teamwork/Facilitates Collaboration
Customer Focus
Attention to Detail/Time Management
Integrity & Trust
Critical Thinking
Continuous Improvement
Adaptability/Flexibility
Accountability/Work Ethic
Good visual Acuity

Responsibilities

Independently set up and operate machinery safely and efficiently.
Perform preproduction daily maintenance and equipment inspections.
Review production schedule to assure production materials are loaded to maintain production efficiencies.
Must be able to identify material being machined.
Fill out required daily production and maintenance reports.
Visually inspect production material for defects or damage and report and document any findings.
Maintain adequate supplies for efficient production of parts and coordinate with Supervisor when materials are needed.
Always adhere to safety standards and report issues concerning safety, quality, and productivity immediately.
Understand company safety and quality policies.
Assist with plant and yard activities as needed and requested.
All other duties as assigned.