Machine Operator II - 3rd Shift

RAMI; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Grand Haven is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to set up and operate various machining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include operating machines, maintaining quality standards, and performing basic maintenance tasks. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and safety in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand ERP and Microsoft Outlook.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing machine shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate vertical milling machines and turret lathes.
• Observe machine operation and verify conformance to specifications.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and adjustments.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Dependability

Motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Set up and operate vertical milling machines, turret lathes, drill presses, saws, pedestal grinders, punch presses, and spring presses etc.

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to gain knowledge, understand ERP and Microsoft Outlook.

• Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing machine shop environment.

• Ability to gain knowledge, understand, and abide by company:

o Safety Rules and Procedures

o Quality Processes and Procedures

o Assembly Processes, Procedures, and Work Instructions

o Core Values

• Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Excellent communication skills

• Highly dependable, motivated, and self-driven with excellent attendance and punctuality.

SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

Following are some of the principal job functions, however, other duties and activities may be required in performance of this job:

• Move machine controls to feed tools into workpiece and engage automatic feed.

• Observe machine operation, and verify conformance to set specifications, using fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.

• May change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.

• Move controls to adjust cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut.

• May perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.

• Setup and operate a turret lathe, mill, punch press, and spring press.

• Operate a Sandblast Cabinet in a repetitive motion.

• Perform Operator duties at various assigned work centers in support of production goals.

• Maintain a clearly organized and clean workspace.

• Work from part prints and process sheets to plan sequence of operations.

• Select proper cutting tools, and other tooling.

• Determine proper speeds and feeds and set machine accordingly.

• Be able to make normal machine shop mathematical calculations and use shop tables and data.

• Use precision measuring equipment and fixed and adjustable gauging equipment.

• Load and unload machine for each production cycle.

• Make on-going machine adjustments to hold tolerance, based on tool wear, machine drift or part variability.

• Measure parts produced to maintain required quality and maintain required quality recordings.

• Perform basic machine maintenance, e.g.; oils and lubes, etc.

• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the Team Lead or Supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds with no restrictions.

• Repetitive motion of arms and shoulders for machine operations.

• Frequent changes from sitting to standing positions.

• Vision, with or without correction, must be adequate for the required job functions.

R.A. Miller Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.