1st Shift Machine Operator (Mon.-Thurs. 6AM-4:30 PM NO Weekends)

Midplainsind; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Columbus, Nebraska, seeks a Production Machine Operator to manage various production machines. Responsibilities include operating machinery, maintaining quality standards, and adhering to safety procedures. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have relevant experience or a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and measuring devices is necessary.
• Capability to work independently with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery according to specifications.
• Maintain quality control and inspect equipment prior to use.
• Prepare materials and manage changeovers of machine tooling.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving Skills

Basic Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary:

The Production Machine Operator will safely control various machines and equipment involved in production. Machine operators are required to comply with all MPI policies and procedures. The operator is required to complete the necessary training and documentation to run the equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Operates production machinery, in accordance with prints and specifications. Assigned machine may include lathes, grinders, mills, punch presses, and similar equipment.
2. Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerance
3. Maintains work center quality, units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
4. Prepare materials and complete changeovers of machine tooling
5. Handle materials safely, reducing risk to themselves and others. Reduce the risk of damaging the materials.
6. Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment, perform basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
7. Perform and maintain basic cleaning of the work area every shift
8. Read blueprints, drawings, specifications and utilize sample parts for the operation
9. All other duties assigned

Required Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

0-1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Time Management
• Problem Solving Skills
• Good understanding of basic mathematics

Ability to:

• Read blueprints
• Read measuring devices (Tape Measures, etc.)
• Work alone with little to no direction
• Use proper personal protective equipment

Strength Level: 25-40 pounds

***anything over 40 pounds will need two people or lifting assist device***

Central Confinement Services LLC and Mid-Plains Industries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not lawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility, or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Must me able to complete a background check and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to starting and after offer is made.