Machine Operator - 2nd Shift, 3:30pm-12:00am

PEI-Genesis; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Flex Schedule Options

401(k) plus Company Match

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

PEI Genesis in South Bend, Indiana is hiring a 2nd shift Loading Machine Operator to set up and operate glue-application machines, perform 1st piece inspections, and keep equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll work in a clean, climate-controlled cell and respond quickly to customer-driven workload changes.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, tuition reimbursement) and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication skills with peers and management.
• Cross trained for multiple production areas.
• Flexibility to adjust schedule as workload changes.
• Willingness to learn product and process details.
• Good hand/eye coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Meet production fulfillment needs of internal and external customers.
• Set up machine, perform 1st piece inspections, select tools.
• Load and prime glue, adjust pressure for application.
• Make height adjustments and select programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tooling as needed.
• Troubleshoot machine adjustments for glue application.
• Read and follow work orders and instructions precisely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and document work orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Hand/eye coordination

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent

Tools

Computerized Vision Measurements

Arbor presses

Depth indicators

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

2nd shift (3:30pm - 12am - Monday Friday) Loading Machine Operator

needed in our South Bend, Indiana location. Come work for an awesome employer that values their employees. This state-of-the-art facility is very clean and environmentally controlled. Machine Operator is a self-motivated team player, who has the flexibility to adapt the workload as customer changes are communicated and evolve within the day to day operations of the cell. They have the skills to successfully work with their assigned machinery to keep it running efficiently and safely. Effective Machine Operators can think on their feet, make quick decisions and have strong attention to detail to ensure no machinery issues go unnoticed. The Machine Operator will be responsible for gluing connector components & performing various tasks such as, machine set up, operate, monitor, and run various machines in accordance with customer and PEI specifications safely.

$1000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Free Dental Insurance*
• Free Vision Insurance *
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Flex Schedule Options
• 401(k) plus Company Match
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free dental and vision insurance for employees only. Dependents can be added, but a premium will apply.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (Needed/desired for this Position)

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Communication skills; Ability to communicate with peers, superiors, and management.
• Cross trained for all areas of production.
• Ability to fluctuate schedule as deemed necessary by management or as the work load requires.
• Willingness to obtain knowledge of product and process.
• Ability to follow directives as set forth by superiors and/or management.
• Good hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Must be a team player.

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other Duties May Be Assigned.)

• Meet the production fulfillment needs of internal and external customers
• Setting up machine, utilizing variety of tooling, perform 1st piece inspection checks.
• Tool selection-Top tools & Jaws.
• Loading & Priming of Glue.
• Adjustments to pressure valve for Glue application.
• Perform Height adjustments with tooling & components.
• Program selection.
• Operator tooling PM’s.
• Trouble shooting-Machine adjustments for required glue application.
• Ability to use standardized tools of measurement (Computerized Vision Measurements, arbor presses, depth indicators, go/no-go gages, and other standardized tools/ equipment
• Operate complex machinery safely, accurately, and efficiently per the work order and work instructions.
• Ability to Read, understand and follow work orders, specifications and “special” instructions as outlined on the work orders.
• Read, understand and complete all production department documentation and work instructions to the PEI-Genesis ISO9001 and AS9100 standard.
• Ability to use or learn basic computer skills.
• Work orders must be completed daily to meet Facility Promise Date and Cycle Time metrics
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to eliminate FOD (Foreign Object Debris)
• Utilize necessary Kanban and FIFO methodologies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Manual lifting up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 70 lbs. on occasion (with assistance).
• Repetitive detailed work with hands for 8+ hours of the day.
• Must have range of motion to push/pull lever up/down with moderate force
• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8+ hours.
• Be able to reach overhead with or without the aid of a ladder or step stool.
• Ability to Grip/Grasp at least 8 hours of the day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Climate controlled
• Well lit
• Chairs and/or mats at work stations
• Some use of approved chemicals

PEI Genesis is an EEO employer/Vets/Disabled.