Machine Operator First Shift

Sacoma Specialty Products, LLC; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacoma Specialty Products, LLC seeks an Assembly Machine Operator to safely set up and run resistance welders, MIG welders, and automated assembly lines. You will adjust machine functions and ensure parts meet quality specifications.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of welding equipment. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are essential, with willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ years of manufacturing experience or related field.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of resistance and MIG welding processes is beneficial.
• Must be able to read and follow specifications and blueprints.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly/automated equipment.
• Perform machine set-ups as production demands.
• Troubleshoot machines and adjust settings as needed.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure parts meet guidelines.
• Test machine operation to ensure smooth running.
• Perform preventative and regular maintenance on presses/equipment.
• Adhere to safety regulations and 5S principles.
• Participate in lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

Good communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to work overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Resistance welders

MIG welders

Assembly equipment

Job description

Purpose

The Assembly Machine Operator is responsible for safely performing machine setups and operating resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly equipment and automated production lines. Incumbent must also control and adjust the functions and settings of machines and will be responsible for ensuring products meet our quality standards with regard to assembly specifications.

Description

The Assembly Machine Operator is responsible for safely performing machine setups and operating resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly equipment and automated production lines. Incumbent must also control and adjust the functions and settings of machines and will be responsible for ensuring products meet our quality standards with regard to assembly specifications.

Essential Functions

• Set-up and operate resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly/automated equipment
• Perform machine set-ups as needed when the production schedule demands.
• Trouble shoot machines and adjust the functions and settings of machines
• Perform necessary quality inspections to ensure that parts meet guidelines
• Test the operation of machines periodically to guarantee their smooth running
• Perform preventative and regular maintenance on press to ensure that their operational life is extended
• Conduct operations in a manner that promote safety. Compile with OSHA and MDSD Standards.
• Participate in 5S activities

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1+ years previous relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior welding or assembly experience desired, metal stampings preferred
• Working knowledge of resistance and MIG welders
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts desired
• Compliance with all health and safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Attention to detail
• Must have excellent attendance as well as willingness and ability to work overtime

Americans With Disabilities Specifications

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.

Physical Summary

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use his/her hands, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordingly.