3rd Shift Punch Press Operator

Nemco Food Equipment, LTD.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemco Food Equipment, LTD. in Kentucky is seeking a CNC machine operator for third shift after an initial training period. You will set up and operate a CNC punch press to produce parts that meet blueprints and tolerances, with a focus on quality documentation and process adherence.

You will read blueprints, use measuring tools, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. Prior machine-operator experience is preferred; training will be provided. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up and operate machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written instructions.
• Ability to use measuring tools.
• Able to operate forklift safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Follow work order routings and complete paperwork according to procedures.
• Perform first piece inspection to ensure parts meet blue-print specs and tolerances.
• Train new operators on CNC setup and operation as required.
• Cross-train on various machines under supervision.
• Communicate machine issues to supervisor or crew leader promptly.

Skills

Machinery setup

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Forklift operation

Workplace organization

Job description

Description

Nemco Food Equipment is committed to the manufacturing and on-time delivery of these piece parts to the assembly operations with a very experienced staff of fabricators who can operate a variety of work centers able to fabricate sheet steel into complex parts. After an initial training period, productivity and quality requirements must be met. Durations of set-ups and run times will vary. Tasks require the setup and operation of CNC punch press to produce parts meeting blueprint specifications and tolerances, quality record documentation, incoming/in-process/outgoing quality assessments.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow work order routings and properly complete associated paperwork in accordance with set procedures
• Perform first piece inspect of manufactured parts to meet blue-print specifications and tolerances, and adjust setups accordingly to ensure a quality product is produced
• Train new operators in the setup and operation of CNC machine as required
• Train to be proficient on various machines with moderate supervisor and or crew leader instruction
• Responsible for communicating to Supervisor and or crew leader all machine related issues (i.e. machine down or damage to equipment) and or part availability

If this job is as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have, or the initiative to learn, the following:

Ability to set up and operate machinery.

Ability to read blueprints and to follow specific written instructions and procedures.

Ability to use measuring tools.

Operate forklift safely.

Ability to keep workspace clean and organized.

Relevant Work Experience

Experience as a machine operator in a production environment preferred.

Work Schedule

• This is a 3rd shift position. You will start on 1st shift and after an initial training period, productivity and quality requirements must be met. Training is expected to last about 3 weeks, at which time you will move to 3rd shift.
• Sunday night – Friday morning (9:00 pm to 5:00 am with a 20-minute paid lunch) Subject to Change
• Occasional overtime is required

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing: Most tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequently lifting items weighing 5 lbs. to 10 lbs.; occasionally lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Walking: Frequent walking short distances (less than 1/8 mile).
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of bulky items weighing up to 50 lbs. short distances.
• Pushing: Use of manual hand truck and carts to occasionally move skids or parts short distances.
• Pulling: Use of manual hand truck and carts to occasionally move skids or parts short distances.
• Bending: Occasional bending required to perform a variety of tasks.
• Reaching: Frequent reaching to load and unload parts from fixture in machine, tubs, carts, or pallets.
• Handling: Frequent handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 10 lbs.
• Gripping: Occasional gripping of parts.