Advanced Operator

Engine Power Components, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Job summary

Engine Power Components, Inc. in Grand Haven, MI, is seeking an Advanced Operator to safely operate machining equipment and produce correct parts on schedule. You will measure parts, perform routine maintenance, and ensure correct materials and documentation are followed.

The role requires CNC programming knowledge, machine setup skills, and GD&T understanding, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and safety in a 60‑pound lifting environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of prior experience in machining roles.
• Specific knowledge of CNC programming, machine setup and process troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of measurement and GD&T standards.
• Verbal and written communication skills to internal standards.
• Good software skills, including MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Operate machining equipment to produce correct parts on time per process docs.
• Measure parts with appropriate tools and ensure conformance to prints.
• Perform operator-level maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Verify stock and materials throughout the process.
• Set up jobs safely, select tooling, and adjust controls.
• Support in resolving machining and programming issues.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

Process troubleshooting

GD&T knowledge

Verbal/written communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Advanced Operator

Engine Power Components, Inc.

Opportunity at Grand Haven, Michigan facility (on-site)

Why you should join our team:

The Advanced Operator will play a key role in safe setup and operation of machining equipment to safely produce correct parts in a timely manner. If you are up for a good challenge, the opportunities are available and rewarding. We win together and we lose together, but we really enjoy winning!

Who we are:

Engine Power Components is an IATF 16949 certified, global leader in camshaft design and production. We serve a worldwide customer base and supply many diverse market segments. If it has an engine, we will probably supply a camshaft for that application. We service heavy duty on and off-road markets, marine and recreational vehicles, light duty trucks, passenger cars, motorcycles, auxiliary power units, racing and high-performance vehicles, and large high horsepower applications for large ships, locomotives, mining equipment and power generation. Excellent customer relationships with some of the best known, globally recognized engine manufacturers, together with talented and dedicated staff, have allowed Engine Power Components to grow from a small operation founded in 1979, to one of the leading camshaft suppliers in the world today.

As Advanced Operator, you will:

• Operate assigned machining equipment to safely produce the appropriate number of correct parts in a timely manner according to process documentation.
• Measure parts using common measuring tools and appropriate process documentation. Deliver a correct part within appropriate print or documented standards.
• Perform operator level maintenance on assigned equipment to eliminate unscheduled downtime.
• Verify stock at all points in the process to ensure correct material, work in process and work processes.
• Assist in resolving machining process, maintenance, and programming issues.
• Correctly setup jobs in a safe and timely manner. This includes but is not limited to determining tooling requirements and control settings, loading control media, or retrieving instructions, set machine controls to regulate factors such as cutting depth, speed, feed and coolant flow. Use SMED and Poka Yoke practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Common Tasks:

• Achieve measurable results.
• Satisfy the internal customer.
• Execute the quality system requirements.
• Train other associates
• Complete all tasks in a safe manner complying with all organization safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Perform all work onsite at the EPC facility. Regular attendance is required.
• Demonstrate initiative. Take action upon identifying any situation outside EPC standards.
• Maintain process vision in area and with process flow. Identify and change the course of events in advance to prevent safety, quality, delivery, and process issues.
• Execute workstation and area 5S tasks.
• Present a good, professional example to the team. Strive to be the better person.
• Comply with all EPC policy, procedure, and practice.

Skills/Experience for an ideal Advanced Operator candidate include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of prior experience in the essential duties listed above.
• Specific knowledge of CNC programming, machine setup and process trouble shooting techniques.
• Working knowledge of measurement and measuring tools.
• Blueprint reading skills and working knowledge of GD&T standards.
• Verbal and written communication skills to internal communication standards.
• Good software skills, including experience with MS Office products.

Work Environment:

• Machining environment. Work includes regular lifting, stooping, bending, reaching or grasping.
• Lift up to 60 pounds regularly

If you are passionate about manufacturing and the potential to make an amazing difference, we would love to speak with you. We reward our employees with excellent benefits, including competitive wages, family health, dental, vision & life insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan. If you are looking for a great opportunity, consider joining our team. Help us to write the next chapter and be part of a great story!

It is the policy of Engine Power Components to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, national origin, ance