Machine Operator, Lvl B

Greenbrier-Companies; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenbrier Companies, Tacoma, WA, is seeking a Machine Operator Level B to operate various manufacturing machines and produce parts within dimensional tolerances. You will select feeds and speeds based on alloy type to optimize tool life and cutting conditions.

Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, are safety-minded, and can work effectively in a team. Prior manufacturing experience with heavy industrial equipment is a plus, and we provide PPE and a supportive IDEAL culture.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to learn intermediate machine operations and multi-machine functionality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to learn to use measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures).

Responsibilities

• Follows all EHS rules and regulations.
• Produces parts according to print requirements using various types of machinery.
• Measures part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, or other measuring tools.
• Ensures parts meet Greenbrier Rail Services and AAR specifications.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good, clean working order to maximize tool life.
• Performs safety checks on every machine and keeps work area clean.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Learning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters.The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization.We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.

Summary

The Machine Operator Level B is responsible for operating various types of machinery to produce parts within dimensional tolerances, using select feeds and speeds based on alloy type, to obtain the best cutting conditions, and producing the longest tool life.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Follows all EHS rules and regulations
• Produces parts according to print requirements, and produces tooling, fixtures or other parts using various types of machinery
• Measures part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, or other types of measurement
• making sure parts are within Greenbrier Rail Services and Association of American Railroads specifications
• Maintains tools and equipment in good, clean working order to maximize tool life
• Performs safety checks on every machine, keeping work area clean and orderly
• Monitors machines during every procedure to ensure machine optimization
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to special processes.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn and understand intermediate machine operations; multiple machine functionality
• Ability to focus and pay close attention to detail while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks
• Ability to use or learn to use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
• Ability to learn process for determining and regulating speed and feed rates of machines
• Ability to work and communicate within a team setting
• Ability to recognize defects, out-of-tolerance measurements and escalatte those matters to management
• Ability to document measurements and other criteria legibly
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• One to three years’ work experience
• Experience working in a production environment using heavy industrial equipment and/or machinery.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to a production environment that requires work both inside and outside in hot, cold, wet, humid, dry, and dusty conditions. Employees are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

• Sit: Occasionally
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Frequently
• Kneel/Squat: Frequently
• Crawl: Occasionally
• Climb: Occasionally
• Reach Forward: Frequently
• Reach Upward: Frequently
• Handling/Fingering: Occasionally

Lift / Carry Requirements

• 5-10 lbs: Frequently
• 10-25 lbs: Frequently
• 25-50 lbs: Occasionally
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

• less 10 lbs: Frequently
• 10-25 lbs: Frequently
• 25-50 lbs: Frequently
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources [e-mail] call us at 503-684-7000.