Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

MW Components, Inc.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MW Components, Inc. operates a precision manufacturing cell where operators read blueprints, inspect parts, and perform routine machine setup and adjustments. You will ensure safe operations, maintain clean work areas, and assist with preventive maintenance and quality control.

The role requires reading and writing, basic arithmetic, and familiarity with measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges. A high school diploma is required, with forklift experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and/or mechanical drawings and in precision measurement or become proficient through training.
• Computer literacy
• Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e. micrometer, calipers, height gauge, etc.
• Capable of using hand tools (i.e. screwdriver, wrenches etc.)
• Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Operate various machines within the cell
• Makers minor adjustments as necessary or notify Lead person or Setup person if a more significant adjustment is required
• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.
• Performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed
• M akes minor repairs and notifies maintenance for other maintenance needs.
• Performs tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, transferring of parts
• Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances
• Follows schedules and procedures
• Adaptable to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training
• Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition
• Assists other operators if necessary
• Inspects work in progress using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or work instructions. Responsible for quality of own work
• Forklift operation
• All other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Height gauge

Job description

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Operate various machines within the cell
• Makes minor adjustment as necessary or notify Lead person or Setup person if a more significant adjustment is required
• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.
• Performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed
• Makes minor repairs and notifies maintenance for other maintenance needs.
• Performs variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, transferring of parts
• Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances
• Follows schedules and procedures
• Adaptable to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training
• Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition
• Assists other operators if necessary
• Inspects work in progress using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or work instructions. Responsible for quality of own work
• Forklift (i.e. powered industrial truck) operation.
• All other duties as assigned
• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and/or mechanical drawings and in precision measurement or become proficient through training.
• Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e. micrometer, calipers, height gauge, etc.
• Capable of using hand tools (i.e. screwdriver, wrenches etc.)
• Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Operate various machines within the cell
• Makes minor adjustment as necessary or notify Lead person or Setup person if a more significant adjustment is required
• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.
• Performs preventative maintenance including lubricating machines when needed
• Makes minor repairs and notifies maintenance for other maintenance needs.
• Performs variety of tasks such as counting, cleaning, returning gauges and fixtures, transferring of parts
• Use measuring equipment to maintain close tolerances
• Follows schedules and procedures
• Adaptable to cell and team concepts as well as cross-training
• Sees that all safety guards are in place and in good condition
• Assists other operators if necessary
• Inspects work in progress using equipment necessary and outlined in Quality or work instructions. Responsible for quality of own work
• Forklift (i.e. powered industrial truck) operation.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, specification sheets, and/or mechanical drawings and in precision measurement or become proficient through training.
• Computer literacy
• Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e. micrometer, calipers, height gauge, etc.
• Capable of using hand tools (i.e. screwdriver, wrenches etc.)
• Ability to read and write, perform basic arithmetic and follow verbal and written instructions.

Education & Experience

Desired

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Physical Demands

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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands/arms; lift and/or lower; push and/or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and/or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift/move and/or push/pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift/move and/or push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.