Machine Operator 3 - 3rd Shift - Light Press

Metkraft Ltd.; Watertown, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Fisher Barton in Watertown, WI is seeking a Machine Operator 3 for the 3rd shift. You will operate, set up, program, maintain, and troubleshoot light press machinery in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on quality and safety.

The role requires prior machine operating experience (3 years with Fisher Barton 3) and strong problem-solving, organization, and training skills. This position offers a full-time schedule with potential overtime and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Basic Math skills
• Basic computer skills
• 1 Year Machine Operating experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator 1 team member
• Proficient in all Machine Operator 2 skills, as defined on the site Training Matrix
• Able to operate presses, mills, and auto-forming machines
• Able to use basic math to analyze information
• Experience with computer systems
• 3 Year Machine Operating experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator 3 team member
• Proficient in all Machine Operator 3 skills, as defined on the site Training Matrix
• Able to set up and troubleshoot presses, mills and auto-forming machines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience training fellow team members
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to safely operate various manufacturing production machines

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions in area of influence, document and correct acts or conditions.
• Set, align, and secure dies
• Set up ram strokes
• Set up required sensing, support equipment and instruments for feeders, lubrication, air, part ejection and sensors
• Program required sensing, support equipment and instruments for feeders, lubrication, air, part ejection and sensors
• Adjust/Set Counterbalance
• Troubleshoot machine issues, diagnose symptoms, isolate the root cause, and present solutions
• Participate on 8D/Root Cause/Problem Solving Teams
• Assist with the inspection of die (when required) upon completion of job
• Account for steel usage (as required) and accurately record piecework formed
• Write and update work instructions
• Provide or direct team member training

Skills

Basic Math

Basic computer skills

Machine Operating experience

Epicor

Operate presses

Troubleshooting

Team training

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Dies setup

Sensing/Instrumentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Epicor

Job description

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Machine Operator 3 - 3rd Shift - Light Press

Full Time Watertown, WI, US

Fisher Barton is an ESOP company, a qualified defined contribution plan that allows employees to become shareholders.

Job Description: Machine Operator - Light Press Dept

If you like learning about and using the latest gadgets, have strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, strong organization skills, and can multi-task, and are looking for an opportunity to grow, turn that passion into a career as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator. Machine Operators operate, set up, program, maintain, and troubleshoot presses, mills, and auto-forming machines in a fast-paced environment. Fisher Barton values our 3C’s Culture, working every day to execute Customer Excellence, A Culture of Fairness, and Community Involvement.

You will:

• Maintain safe working conditions in area of influence, document and correct acts or conditions.
• Set, align, and secure dies
• Set up ram strokes
• Set up required sensing, support equipment and instruments for feeders, lubrication, air, part ejection and sensors
• Program required sensing, support equipment and instruments for feeders, lubrication, air, part ejection and sensors
• Adjust/Set Counterbalance
• Troubleshoot machine issues, diagnose symptoms, isolate the root cause, and present solutions
• Participate on 8D/Root Cause/Problem Solving Teams
• Assist with the inspection of die (when required) upon completion of job
• Account for steel usage (as required) and accurately record piecework formed
• Write and update work instructions
• Provide or direct team member training

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Basic Math skills
• Basic computer skills
• 1 Year Machine Operating experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator 1 team member
• Proficient in all Machine Operator 2 skills, as defined on the site Training Matrix
• Able to operate presses, mills, and auto-forming machines
• Able to use basic math to analyze information
• Experience with computer systems
• 3 Year Machine Operating experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator 3 team member
• Proficient in all Machine Operator 3 skills, as defined on the site Training Matrix
• Able to set up and troubleshoot presses, mills and auto-forming machines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience training fellow team members
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to safely operate various manufacturing production machines

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1+ years of Manufacturing experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 3 years of Machine Operating experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5+ years of Machine Operating experience
• Tool and die experience
• Experience using Epicor

Physical | Visual Demands:

• Ability to stand 8-12 hours a day
• Ability to sit, stand, squat and bend
• Reach overhead with one or both arms
• Repetitive movement of lifting and placing parts on machines / up to 15 pounds
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to occasionally push/pull up to 75 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing: Loud (Examples: metal can, manufacturing department, large earth moving equipment)
• The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of environmental conditions.
• Fisher Barton provides our team members with safety footwear and prescription safety eye glass benefits.

Work Location: 1040 South 12th Street | Watertown, WI 53094

Shift: 3rd Shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday to Thursday with availability to work overtime

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• 96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Off-Site Team Building Events
• On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
• Holiday parties
• And more!

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.