Machine Operator II

American Greetings Corporation; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Greetings Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator II for its Forest City facility. The role covers setup and operation of multiple machines in metal, wood, or plastics teams, ensuring part accuracy and maintaining safety throughout operations.

The operator will set up equipment efficiently, troubleshoot common programming issues, and uphold housekeeping and safety standards in the work area.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate and troubleshoot assigned machinery.
• Attention to safety and quality during machine operation.

Responsibilities

• Check machine performance daily against the shop order list.
• Run a sample part to verify accuracy before full production.
• Make machine adjustments as needed to maintain quality.
• Monitor parts during operation for quality control.
• Tag parts with shop order, part number, quantity and operation number.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Machine Operator II is responsible for the set up and operation of at least two machines in the metal, wood, or plastics departments. Operator (s) must check the accuracy of parts and maintain accountability for safety during machine operations. This operator can efficiently set up their machine and troubleshoot most programming issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Check machine for performance and the shop order list daily


• Run a single part to check for accuracy before running complete shop order


• Make adjustments to the machine, as necessary.


• Frequently check the parts as the machine is operating for quality audits.


• Process parts and off bear to proper container


• Complete proper ID tags with shop order number, part number, quantity and operation number.


• Maintains assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion


• Remove Jigs and Dies for next order


• Operate forklift as necessary


• Must be able to maintain the required adjusted average efficiency


• Lock out and/or shut down machine(s) at the end of the day


• Responsible for housekeeping around the machine area


• Performs other duties, as assigned.