Machine Operator - 3rd shift

M. A. Ford MFG. Co, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Davenport is looking for a Machine Operator I to handle basic operation and adjustment of machines. The role requires familiarity with precision instruments and general shop math, along with at least six months of exposure to a production environment. Responsibilities include operating machines, setting fixtures, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should be capable of handling light materials and demonstrating sustained attention during operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and adjust various machines effectively.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments.
• Basic understanding of production processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine, controlling speed and feed.
• Set and position feed, fixtures, and stops for job requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned machines and work area.

Skills

Basic operation of machines

Use of precision instruments

General shop math

Reading part drawings

Job description

JOB TITLE

Machine Operator I

STATUS

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Cell Coordinator

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Basic Operation and adjustment of machines.

EDUCATION

Requires use of basic drawings, general shop math, handbook formulas, and some measuring instruments such as caliper, micrometers, and scale.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum six (6) months exposure to production environment.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Sustained physical effort, requiring continuity of effort working with light or average weight material. Usually short cycle work requiring continuous activity, or the operation of several machines where the handling time is equivalent to the total machine time.

MENTAL AND/OR VISUAL DEMAND

Continuous mental or visual attention; usually short cycle repetitive work or diversified operations requiring constant alertness.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Good working conditions. Exposure to cutting oils. Typical machine shop working conditions.

JOB DUTIES

• Operate machine, controlling speed and feed and using various tools in successive operations.
• Work from route sheets, part drawings, and specifications.
• Under general supervision, set regulating wheel speed and angle, position and set feed, fixtures, and stops to suit job requirements.
• Use a variety of precision instruments such as scale, square, caliper, micrometers, verniers, indicators, contour gauges, etc.
• Work is subject to process and final inspection and check.
• Required to purchase “tools of the trade” when necessary.
• Responsible for keeping assigned machines and work area clean.
• May perform other duties inherent to the job.