Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Tanis Brush Incorporated; Delafield (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in brush manufacturing seeks a dedicated Machine Operator for a fulfilling role in producing quality parts. Responsibilities include machine setup, operation, and quality checks, contributing to safety and excellence in production. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally some machinist experience, with benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical (Anthem)

Dental (Anthem)

Vision (Anthem)

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

401k with matching

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of machinist experience preferred.
• Requires basic mathematical, measuring, & computer skills.
• Must have good communication skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine, load and set up programs, and operate machines.
• Perform first-piece inspection and quality checks on produced pieces.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and perform general maintenance.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Measuring skills

Computer skills

Good oral communication

Good written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Associate's degree

Job description

Summary
The Machine Operator is responsible for the manufacture of parts per prints and specifications in an accurate and timely manner; the operability of the equipment thru preventative maintenance and minor repairs; and the cleanliness of the work area. The Machine Operator performs first-piece inspection as well as the quality checks on subsequent produced pieces.

An employee must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities meeting the performance objectives set by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.

Pay Range
This position ranges from $21-30/hr paid on a biweekly basis.
All employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Schedule
1st shift: Monday - Thursday 5am-3pm

Benefits

• Medical (Anthem)
• Dental (Anthem)
• Vision (Anthem)
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• 401k with matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Incentive Plan

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Employee will follow established best practices, procedures, and instructions to perform tasks safely and without product defects reporting gaps to their supervisor.

• Set up machine, load and set up programs and operate machines.
• Ability to read work orders and work instructions as needed
• Set up and run clippers, rotary trimmers, or other secondary equipment.
• Stage materials in the focused factory that are used in the production of finished goods.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Perform general preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain production documentations and records as needed.
• Responsible for clean-up procedures.
• Training new employees on proper procedures and techniques.
• Clean up equipment and work area.
• Participate in the development of work instructions or continuous improvement projects.
• Reads and understands blueprints, specifications, dimensions, and routings.
• Support the Safety and ISO 9001 & ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems.
• Works in accordance with Tanis mission, vision, & values at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience
• High School Diploma /GED equivalent. Associates degree an added plus.
• 1-3 years of machinist experience preferred.
• Requires basic mathematical, measuring, & computer skills.
• Requires good oral and written communication skills to interact with other employees.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Frequent:

• Seeing
• Hearing
• Standing, walking or mobility for long periods of time
• Lifting, pulling, or pushing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Climbing, stooping, or kneeling
• Fingering, grasping, feeling, typing

Activities are performed on a routine basis using personal protective equipment (PPE) such as glasses, shoes, and earplugs. At times, face shields, aprons, suits, and other PPE may be required.

Employee will operate various hand tools, power hand tools and machine tools.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Work Environment
Normal factory environment. Slight exposure to dust, noise, fumes, and oils is present.

We are great people that make a great product! At Tanis Brush, we design and manufacture various industrial and utility brushes that help other businesses thrive. Our brushes are used for cleaning, sorting, painting, finishing and protecting equipment, machinery, parts and many other applications. Since 1987, Tanis has been known for our vast selection of brush products, resourceful specialty design, engineering capabilities, and exceptional customer service.