Machine Operator

The York Group, Inc.; Elberton (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The York Group, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator to support setup, calibration, and operation of production machines. You will inspect finished products against tolerances using precision tools and address minor malfunctions.

Responsibilities include unloading parts, operating equipment, maintaining stock, and determining parts to be manufactured based on orders. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of machine operating experience or equivalent.
• Occasional travel locally, nationally or internationally may be required.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Outlook and Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management and planning skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills with analysis, interpretation and reasoning.
• Basic understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across the organization and with clients.
• Able to work autonomously and in a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Mechanical aptitude; able to use hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and torch.
• Overtime flexibility as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Unloads parts and inspects for quality and performs equipment set-up.
• Operates various equipment to meet production and business needs.
• Maintains stock of material and machine parts for equipment.
• Determine parts to be manufactured based on production orders and stock.
• Monitors machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Calibration

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Internet applications

Job description

The Machine Operator assists with the setup, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. This role inspects machine operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools and determines and corrects minor machine malfunctions.

• Unloads parts and inspects for quality and performs equipment set-up.
• Operates various equipment to meet production and business needs.
• Maintains stock of material and machine parts for equipment.
• Determine parts to be manufactured based upon production, orders and stock.
• Observes and maintains machines operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
• 3+ years of previous machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.