2nd Shift - Machine Operator II - Sheetmetal

Dover Food Retail; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Assistance program

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Machine Operator II – Sheetmetal in Keosauqua, IA. The role involves operating sheet metal equipment, reading blueprints, and performing precise measurements to supply upstream departments with required parts.

You will follow detailed instructions, maintain a clean and safe work area, and participate in routine maintenance. This hourly position offers benefits and opportunities for growth within Operations.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints and work orders.
• Ability to read rulers, calipers and measuring tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate sheet metal equipment (brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, deburring) to produce parts.
• Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department.
• Read rulers and measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and blueprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to specs.
• Start machines, adjust controls, and run trial cuts.
• Monitor operations and adjust to meet specs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Use safety equipment and PPE per operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sheet metal equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Measuring with calipers

Handheld tools

Tools

Brake presses

Lasers

Punch presses

Sanders

Deburring machines

Calipers

Rulers

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator II – Sheetmetal

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 2nd

What We Are Looking For

Sheet Metal fabricates sheet metal products and equipment. Work may involve setting up and operating machinery to cut, bend, and straighten metal parts to supply our upstream departments with parts they need.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

• Operate all equipment in the sheet metal department, including brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, and deburring machines
• Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, angle finders, protractors, and other measuring instruments
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders
• Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling
• Examine finished work pieces for smoothness, shape, angle, or conformity to specifications and verify dimensions, visually and using hands, rulers, calipers, templates, or gauges
• Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure that machinery is operating properly
• Monitor operations of machines and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

• Occasionally – Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), Keyboarding, Pinching, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs alone and 75lbs assisted
• Frequently – Walking, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs
• Constantly – Standing
• Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
• Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including employee discounts
• and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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