Machine Operator - Second Shift

Peak Toolworks; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company specializing in high-performance cutting tools. As a Service Sharpener, you'll play a vital role in ensuring product quality and efficiency. This entry-level position offers the chance to learn complex machinery processes in a supportive manufacturing environment. Ideal for those with a mechanical aptitude and a desire to grow within the industry. Enjoy a full-time second shift role with opportunities for training and development, where your contributions directly impact customer satisfaction and operational success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machine operations and setups.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to sharpen carbide saw blades.
• Inspect blades for quality and dimensional requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Blueprint Reading

Effective Communication

Decision-Making

Education

High School Diploma

2-Year Technical Degree

Job description

Join Peak Toolworks, where excellence in Industrial Tooling is our primary focus. Customers who partner with our brands quickly learn of our dedication to supplying high-quality innovative products backed by superior service and support. We encourage you to explore joining our team of professionals, providing industries best products and services through our dedicated team.

High Quality, Cutting Edge Solutions:

At Peak Toolworks, we specialize in designing and manufacturing high-performance cutting tools to give you peak productivity with the longest tool life, no matter the application.

Every employee at Peak Toolworks plays an essential role in delivering the right products and services to customers at exactly the moment they are needed. The only way we achieve this is by hiring the most talented in the industry and creating a culture designed to inspire and reward employees for a job well done.

Friendly, Personal, and Forward-Thinking:

The ideal Peak Toolworks employee is someone that’s knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely wants to help our customers succeed.

The Service Sharpener position is an entry-level role on our second shift and is responsible for learning and operating multiple machines used to sharpen carbide saw blades. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and a willingness to learn complex machinery processes in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
• Operate machines to sharpen carbide saw blades according to print specifications.
• Inspect blades to ensure they meet quality and dimensional requirements.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and replacing cutting wheels.
• Maintain a consistent flow of materials through the production area.
• Accurately complete and manage required paperwork and production documentation.
• Communicate material shortages and equipment issues to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to 6S workplace organization standards.
• Follow all company safety policies and guidelines on ethical conduct.
• Support a safe and respectful work environment by modeling ethical behavior.

Competencies:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine operations.
• Ability to learn machine setups and troubleshoot machine errors.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and using measuring tools such as calipers.
• Effective communication skills.
• Sound decision-making abilities.
• High level of personal integrity and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work alone.

Work Environment:

• This role is based in a professional manufacturing shop environment.
• Protective equipment and adherence to safety standards are required at all times.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate machinery.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position on second shift, hours will be 2 to 10:30, but hours of work and days may vary based on production. Training will be on the first shift.

Required Education and Experience:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 2-year technical degree or vocational training in machining or a related field.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice to meet the needs of the organization.