Machine Operator II - 2nd Shift

L.B. Foster Company; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

L.B. Foster Company in Indiana is seeking a Machine Operator II to support staging and loading parts and perform jobs per customer requirements. The role requires strong safety discipline, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail in a production setting.

Shift options include 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. You will set up and run machines, conduct daily maintenance, review production schedules, and document production and maintenance reports while adhering to 5S and safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or better.
• 2-4 years of experience operating machinery in a production environment.
• 2-4 years’ experience working in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate machinery safely and efficiently.
• Perform preproduction daily maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Review production schedule to assure materials are loaded and production remains efficient.
• Fill out required daily production and maintenance reports.
• Inspect materials for defects and report findings.
• Maintain supplies and coordinate with Supervisor when materials are needed.
• Adhere to safety standards and report safety/quality/productivity issues immediately.
• Follow company safety and quality policies.
• Assist with plant and yard activities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tape measure reading

Micrometer reading

Team communication

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Industrial hand tools

Job description

As a Machine Operator II, you are responsible for performing various duties including staging and loading parts, and performing specific jobs based off customer requirements. Must be responsible and comply with all safety guidelines. Attention to detail, and great mechanical aptitude are also essential. Must be able to comply with all safety guidelines and keep your work area clean using 5S principles.

• Shift 1: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Shift 2: 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Independently set up and operate machinery safely and efficiently.
• Perform preproduction daily maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Review production schedule to assure production materials are loaded to maintain production efficiencies. Must be able to identify material being machined.
• Fill out required daily production and maintenance reports.
• Visually inspect production material for defects or damage and report and document any findings.
• Maintain adequate supplies for efficient production of parts and coordinate with Supervisor when materials are needed.
• Always adhere to safety standards and report issues concerning safety, quality, and productivity immediately.
• Understand company safety and quality policies.
• Assist with plant and yard activities as needed and requested.
• All other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, & License Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 - 4 years of experience operating machinery in a production environment required
2 - 4 years’ experience working in a production environment required

Skills & Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to set up and properly operate machine
Ability to perform daily and preoperational maintenance
Must be able to work machine safely and accurately with great concentration and precision.
Ability to identify equipment issues when they arise
Must be able to work with hands for pushing, pulling, and rolling pipe when needed
Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
Ability to follow daily production schedules
Ability to operate hand tools
Ability to accurately read a tape measure and micrometer
Ability to identify the material differences

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma or better.

Experience

Required

2-4 years:

Working in a Production Environment.

2-4 years:

Operating Machinery in a Production Environment.

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