Machine Operator I - Trimmer-Driller - 2nd Shift

MW Components, Inc.; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

PTO

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

401K / 401K Company Match

Life Insurance

Paid Jury Duty

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program based on

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MW Components, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator I to perform essential manufacturing steps including part trimming and drilling, meeting daily production needs and ensuring quality parts.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to procedures within a manufacturing environment in New Jersey. The incumbent will operate lathes and drilling equipment (HAAS), program HAAS drilling machines, and conduct basic preventative maintenance.

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 is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Trim plated parts to print specifications utilizing manual and programmable Lathes.
• Core drill parts using equipment including manual drill presses, lathes and programmable HAAS Drilling machines.
• Program HAAS machines for drilling operations.
• Performs preventative maintenance including fluid changes, lubrication and cleaning of machines when needed/directed by the Lead / Supervisor
• Accurately record production information on paper travellers and in the ERP system
• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.
• 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; required to notify Supervisor or Lead if quality requirement is unclear or questionable
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Reading & writing

Computer literacy

Precision measurement

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

HAAS machines

Lathe

Drill press

Measuring instruments

Job description

Department: Machine Shop

Reports To: Department Manager

Physical Demand Level: Medium to Heavy

FLSA Status (US only): Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Machine Operator I is responsible for performing the essential manufacturing steps of part trimming and drilling, meeting daily production needs in manufacturing quality parts.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Trim plated parts to print specifications utilizing manual and programmable Lathes.
• Core drill parts using equipment including manual drill presses, lathes and programmable HAAS Drilling machines
• Program HAAS machines for drilling operations.
• Performs preventative maintenance including fluid changes, lubrication and cleaning of machines when needed/directed by the Lead / Supervisor
• Accurately record production information on paper travellers and in the ERP system
• Maintains a clean machine and organized work area.
• 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; required to notify Supervisor or Lead if quality requirement is unclear or questionable
• 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, comparator, 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

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• 401K / 401K Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program based on
• Employee Assistance Program

SALARY RANGE:

$18.00 - $21.00/Hour based on experience and ability to perform work independently. 2nd shift will receive a 10% shift premium.

TRAINING:

2nd shift will train on 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) 30-60 days before moving to 2nd shift.

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.