Machine Operator- Trainee -- Swing shift or steady 2nd or 3rd shift

Orrco, Inc.; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Machine Operator Trainee to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with both manual and CNC machine tools while gaining hands-on experience in reading blueprints and performing quality inspections. The company, known for its family-oriented culture and commitment to employee well-being, provides a supportive environment for individuals eager to learn and contribute to high-quality manufacturing. With over 75 years of success, this position promises not only skill development but also a chance to be part of a team that values tradition and excellence in production.

Benefits

Generous retirement program

Quarterly bonus program

Fully paid healthcare

Company events and parties

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production runs and perform quality inspections.
• Handle parts through various machine operations and finish products.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Decision making ability

Organizational skills

Procedural mindset

Ability to prioritize

Understanding of quality management principles

Attention to detail

Ability to perform math

Good interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machine tools

Standard measuring equipment

Job description

Machine Operator- Trainee -- Swing shift or steady 2nd or 3rd shift

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Machine Operator Job Duties:

The Machine Operator will work in a factory setting on manual and CNC machine tools. In this role they will gain an understanding of how to read blue prints, preset tooling, setup machines, perform and record quality inspection checks among other duties through practical application.

• Read and interpret blue prints
• Use standard shop measuring equipment
• Learn to select proper tooling
• Position tools in holders
• Responsible to monitor the production run including performing in-process inspections by using standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, pin gages, comparators, various other measuring equipment and recording data.
• Follow route sheets and handle parts from one machine operation to the next machine operation including finishing parts by deburring, tumbling, preparing and packaging product for sub-contracting operations.
• All other duties as assigned

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blue prints
• Use standard shop measuring equipment
• Recording information/data on route sheet & inspection sheets
• Learn to select proper tooling
• Position tools in holders
• Load machines properly
• Responsible to monitor the production run including performing in-process inspections by using standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, pin gages, comparators, various other measuring equipment and recording data.
• Follow route sheets and handle parts from one machine operation to the next machine operation including finishing parts by deburring, tumbling, preparing and packaging product for sub-contracting operations.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude

Machine Operator Skills and Qualifications:

• Problem-solving skills
• Decision making ability
• Organizational skills
• Procedural mindset
• Ability to prioritize
• Understanding of quality management principles
• Attention to detail
• Able to perform math
• Talent for recognizing the opportunities for process improvement
• Able to work in a fast pace environment
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 45 pounds

Company Description:

ORRCO is a family oriented company that has been in business over 75 years. A generous retirement program, a quarterly bonus program and fully paid healthcare for the individual have been major drivers of our success. A pizza party celebrating a safety milestone, a special event, or accomplishment; a holiday party or company picnic with trap shooting and great food have been known to happen. This is why ORRCO attracts the best people and keeps them in many cases over 30 years. We are looking for people who want to learn skills and have pride in making quality products to continue these traditions.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing