Machine Operator jobs in United Kingdom

Job Description

1. Set up machines (Allotted 45 minutes for completion)
   • Assemble all tooling
   • Adjust tooling and machine settings to form acceptable parts
   • Alert supervisor immediately when an acceptable ring is ready
2. Control and adjust machine settings during production run (e.g. length)
3. Feed raw material into machine and load onto de-coiler if necessary.
   • Must alert forklift operator or supervisor of material needs before running completely out. It is unacceptable for the machine to be down because of a material outage.
4. Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools
   • Rings must be measured with the following items.
5. Alert supervisor of any issues that need to be addressed for safe operation of the machinery. Operators will be held accountable for operating unsafely.
6. Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws (i.e. shark’s teeth, slivers on ring, etc.)
7. Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
8. Accurately maintain activity logs
9. Operators should always strive to maintain a minimum 2 rack buffer of rolled rings
   • Welding machines should always have rings available for welding
10. Operator to load parts and rings for welder operators. Welders should not stop.
    • If approaching a changeover, it is the responsibility of the operator to alert supervisor so that another operator can be selected to load parts.
    • If a welder is idle a roll machine operator may be required to step in and weld.
11. Operation time is as follows
    • At start of shift, machine is to begin production immediately
    • At shift end, machine is to be stopped 10 minutes prior to end of shift and cleaned.
12. Daily housekeeping is required
    • Floor around machine is to be swept completely
    • Steel slugs and shavings should be placed into recycling hopper
    • Trash around machine is to be thrown in trash can
    • Loose debris and oil to be wiped from surfaces of machine with rag
13. Preventive Maintenance may be required as needed
    • Supervisors may request that preventive maintenance be performed during shift or on overtime

Company Description: Manufacturer of Steel Locking Rings