Machine Operator B

Samuel, Son & Co.; Lebanon (VA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. is seeking a skilled manufacturing associate to perform safety checks at shift start and throughout the shift while setting up and adjusting equipment, including cranes and fabrication tools. You will read blueprints, measure dimensions, and document production issues.

The role requires one year of related experience or a year of trades education, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training.
• At least one year of related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks at shift start and throughout the shift.
• Set up, adjust, and operate equipment including cranes and fabrication tools.
• Measure dimensions to verify conformance to specs.
• Read blueprints and welding/fabrication instructions.
• Document issues in production, quality, and materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow policies.
• Report and document material, production, and quality issues.

Skills

Oral communication

Mechanical ability

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED + trades training

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinder

Bandsaw

Ironworker

Overhead crane

Torch

Measuring devices

Job description

Associate to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary. Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.

• Must be able to set up, adjust, and make adjustments on equipment has needed.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area
• All other duties as assigned
• Follow all policies.
• Measure dimensions of completed products or work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.
• Position, align, fit and weld parts to form completed units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Heat material or work pieces to prepare for or complete production.
• Must be attentive to detail in all job tasks, quality and workmanship in each product manufactured.
• Select correct material for the job task with set documents, or assistance.
• Account for time and work completed via online data collection system.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Measure materials using a tape measure.
• Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training, safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing products.
• Performs housekeeping and other related duties that are assigned.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Must be able to set up, adjust, and make adjustments on a minimum of 3 machines in Fab.
• Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic set up is desired.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring an able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawings aids.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
• Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
• Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Safety conscious behavior.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Good oral communication skills, 1 year experience in a like environment, or a minimum of 1 year post high school education in a related field.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret receiving related documents. Ability to write reports and correspondence related to receiving. Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees of the organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions.
• Must possess good mechanical ability and the ability to perform basic calculations to operate welding and fabricating machines.
• Demonstrates ability to operate a welder, grinder, bandsaw, ironworker, overhead crane, torch, measuring devices and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
• Ability to work will in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

• Stand / walk - Frequent
• Bend / squat - Frequent
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Lifting - Frequent (0 -50 lbs., if > 50 lbs. w/assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping - Frequent
• Push / Pulling - Frequent
• Lifting above waist / shoulders - Frequent
• Computer usage - Frequent
• Verbal Communication - Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasionally working in a wet environment
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.