Machine Operator - Night Shift - Four 12 Hour Days

Precision Castparts; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

RathGibson is seeking a Machine Operator in Wisconsin to set up, operate, and monitor polishing equipment for tubing that meets safety and quality standards. You will perform routine maintenance and document production metrics while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires reading travelers and work instructions, using calipers and gauges, and ensuring proper tooling and setup before production.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or manufacturing training preferred.
• Manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up polishing equipment for various tube diameters, wall thicknesses, and customer specifications.
• Install and adjust polishing heads, belts, abrasives, guides, and related tooling to ensure proper machine operation and product quality.
• Perform equipment changeovers efficiently while minimizing downtime.
• Verify traveler requirements, work instructions, material identification, and customer specifications prior to production.
• Inspect tubing with measuring equipment and visual inspection techniques.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust polishing parameters to meet surface finish and dimensional requirements.
• Complete production documentation including footage produced, yields, scrap, downtime, and quality checks.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and report issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and communicate abnormalities to supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Quality inspection techniques

Interpret work instructions

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certification or manufacturing training

Tools

Polishing equipment experience

Measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures, gauges)

Job description

Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring polishing equipment to produce tubing that meets RathGibson quality, safety, and productivity standards. This position ensures proper machine setup, maintains product quality throughout production, performs routine maintenance, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring polishing equipment to produce tubing that meets RathGibson quality, safety, and productivity standards. This position ensures proper machine setup, maintains product quality throughout production, performs routine maintenance, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Set up polishing equipment for various tube diameters, wall thicknesses, and customer specifications.
• Install and adjust polishing heads, belts, abrasives, guides, and related tooling to ensure proper machine operation and product quality.
• Perform equipment changeovers efficiently while minimizing downtime.
• Verify traveler requirements, work instructions, material identification, and customer specifications prior to production.
• Inspect tubing throughout production using required measuring equipment, surface finish standards, and visual inspection techniques.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust polishing heads, pressure, feed rates, speeds, alignment, belts, and abrasives as necessary to achieve required surface finish, dimensional requirements, and product quality standards.
• Perform setup verification by confirming travelers, work instructions, tooling, abrasives, required gauges, and quality documentation are correct prior to production.
• Complete required production documentation including footage produced, yields, scrap, downtime, quality checks, and labor reporting.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance including changing belts and abrasives, cleaning equipment, replacing wear components, and reporting mechanical issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues while communicating abnormalities to supervision and maintenance.
• Safely operate cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as authorized.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with 6S standards and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, quality procedures, and company policies.
• Perform other related duties assigned to support department and company objectives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in company-wide 6S initiatives.
• Maintain vigilance for export compliance.
• Contribute to efforts to maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist with training new operators as assigned.
• Support production scheduling by prioritizing work in accordance with department needs.

Qualifications

• Education
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or manufacturing training is preferred.
• Manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.
• Experience with polishing or finishing equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret travelers, work instructions, and quality documentation.
• Ability to use measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and surface finish gauges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Knowledge & Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic computer skills
• Quality inspection techniques
• Ability to interpret work instructions and production documentation
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Time management
• Continuous improvement mindset

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, and Kneeling.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to safely handle tubing and polishing components using lifting devices.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving equipment, heat, and polishing dust while wearing required PPE.