Machine Operator

Pridgeon & Clay; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Safe work environment

Job summary

Pridgeon & Clay in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Machine Operator to utilize various machinery and ensure product quality. Candidates must have experience with manufacturing machinery, provide excellent attendance records, and be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds. The role includes paperwork completion, troubleshooting machinery, and adhering to safety protocols. The position offers a competitive compensation rate of $18 - $19 per hour and is part of a supportive workplace culture that values employee input and career growth.

Qualifications

• Three months experience operating manufacturing machinery such as welders, riveters, grinders, tappers, or other assembly machinery.
• An excellent work record, including attendance.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machinery to tap, ream, form, sand, spot weld and/or rivet components in an exemplary manner.
• Read, understand, and complete all production paperwork.
• Troubleshoot machines to ensure part quality.

Skills

Manufacturing machinery operation

Quality check skills

Troubleshooting

Heavy lifting (25 pounds)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding job that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services? If you answered yes, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you.

Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States.

Shifts

1st Shift: 6:30am - 4:30pm

3rd Shift: 8:30pm - 6:30am

Monday to Thursday

Job Overview

Objective: The Machine Operator operates various machinery to tap, ream, form, sand, spot weld and/or rivet components in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies.

Qualifications / Minimum Requirements

• Three months experience operating manufacturing machinery such as welders, riveters, grinders, tappers, or other assembly machinery
• An excellent work record, including attendance
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Operators are responsible for owning a set of approved calipers and micrometers

Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements.

Essential Functions

• Read, understand, and complete all production paperwork, including inspection check sheets, quality alerts, and standard work instructions in the job books
• Follow set-up instructions when operating machines and support activities in the change-over process
• Read, follow, and complete tags
• Use work scheduling system to start jobs, print labels, load components and raw materials, and close out jobs
• Operate machines and/or presses to process parts via standard instructions, consistently maintaining appropriate production levels
• Troubleshoot machines to ensure both part quality and maximum production levels
• Manually repair parts as needed according to process instructions to meet customer specifications
• Follow pack instructions according to customer specifications and prepare for shipping
• Properly place scrap in the right container
• Check the Total Preventative Maintenance of the machines, and if measurements are found to be out of the defined ranges, notify the Team Leader
• Perform other duties as required to support production as directed by the Team Leader

Continuous Improvement and Lean Principles

• Efficiently utilize machine downtime
• Participate in and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem solving events, identifying and eliminating all types of waste. Document cost savings, consolidate processes, and eliminate unnecessary operations
• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency
• Anticipate problems and work to eliminate them before they happen

Quality

• Follow control plans (inspection sheets) to complete first piece and in-process checks. Conduct quality checks per check sheet and quality alerts, including visual inspections
• Use calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, height gauges, rind gauges, and other quality items as required by work center to ensure the production of quality parts
• Stop production and notify Team Leader when a non-standard condition is found
• Operate the CMM and interpret CMM reports

Safety and 5S

• Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices and use of coolants
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action, bringing them to the attention of leadership

Organization, Communication and Professionalism

• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate
• Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If…Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions

Benefits

• A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan with premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement
• A safe, team-oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
• An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
• A positive work/life balance
• An opportunity for career growth – Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed service member status.

Salary

$18 - $19 per hour