Machine Operator (Turning & Rolling)

Erdrich USA; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Job summary

Erdrich USA is seeking a Turning & Rolling Machine Operator to join our precision automotive components manufacturing team. You will set up, program, monitor and troubleshoot CNC turning and rolling equipment used to produce brake pistons and related parts.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, reads blueprints, follows GD&T, and maintains quality while enforcing safety. This role requires 12-hour shifts, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of two years manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate CNC and automated turning and rolling machines.
• Load raw materials and verify programs and tooling before startup.
• Perform machine changeovers and tooling adjustments to support production schedules.
• Monitor equipment performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency standards.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment issues and communicate major concerns to maintenance or supervisory personnel.
• Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges and optical inspection equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, control plans and work instructions.
• Verify products meet customer specifications and automotive quality standards.
• Accurately complete production and quality documentation.
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials or process deviations.
• Meet established production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Monitor cycle times, downtime, scrap rates, and productivity metrics.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and process optimization.
• Support engineering and quality teams during product launches and process improvement projects.
• Perform routine operator level preventive maintenance and daily inspections.
• Maintain tooling and equipment in proper operating condition.
• Assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Complete maintenance related documentation accurately and timely.
• Support the movement of raw materials, work in process inventory, and finished goods throughout the production area.
• Package and label products according to customer requirements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and product traceability standards.
• Follow all company safety, environmental and quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work environment utilizing 5S principles.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Precision measurement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC turning machines

Roll forming equipment

Metal forming machinery

Automotive manufacturing equipment

Job description

Turning & Rolling Machine Operator

Erdrich USA Inc is seeking a skilled motivated and safety conscious Turning & Rolling Machine Operator to join our growing manufacturing team This role is responsible for setting up operating monitoring and troubleshooting turning and rolling equipment used in the production of high precision brake pistons for the automotive industry The ideal candidate will possess manufacturing experience strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to quality safety and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

Machine Setup & Operation

• Set up adjust and operate CNC and automated turning and rolling machines
• Load raw materials and verify machine programs tooling and production parameters prior to startup
• Perform machine changeovers and tooling adjustments to support production schedules
• Monitor equipment performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency standards
• Troubleshoot routine equipment issues and communicate major concerns to maintenance or supervisory personnel

Quality Assurance

• Conduct in process inspections using precision measuring instruments including
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Height gauges
• Pin gauges
• Optical inspection equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints control plans and work instructions
• Verify products meet customer specifications and automotive quality standards
• Accurately complete production and quality documentation
• Identify document and report non conforming materials or process deviations

Production Performance

• Meet established production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Monitor cycle times downtime scrap rates and productivity metrics
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency waste reduction and process optimization
• Support engineering and quality teams during product launches and process improvement projects

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform routine operator level preventive maintenance and daily inspections
• Maintain tooling and equipment in proper operating condition
• Assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting and repair activities
• Complete maintenance related documentation accurately and timely

Material Handling & Logistics

• Support the movement of raw materials work in process inventory and finished goods throughout the production area
• Package and label products according to customer requirements
• Maintain inventory accuracy and product traceability standards

Safety & Workplace Organization

• Follow all company safety environmental and quality policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean organized and efficient work environment utilizing 5S principles
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment PPE at all times
• Participate in safety meetings training programs and continuous improvement activities

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of two 2 years of manufacturing experience
• Experience operating industrial production equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings blueprints and specifications
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts and overtime as required

Preferred

• Experience operating CNC turning machines
• Rolling or roll forming equipment
• Metal forming machinery
• Automotive manufacturing equipment
• Experience in precision machining brake piston manufacturing metal stamping or automotive component production
• Forklift certification
• Overhead crane certification

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Successful candidates will demonstrate Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Working knowledge of machining and metal forming processes
• Understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection equipment
• Ability to proactively identify and address quality concerns
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Dedication to workplace safety and continuous improvement initiatives

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds Frequent use of hands and arms for repetitive tasks Regular bending stooping kneeling and reaching Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with moving machinery and moderate noise levels

Why Join Erdrich USA

As part of the Erdrich Group a global leader in deep drawn metal components and precision automotive products Erdrich USA manufactures critical brake piston components supplied to leading automotive manufacturers worldwide We OfferCompetitive compensationMedical dental and vision insurance401k with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysCareer advancement opportunitiesTraining and professional development programsStable and growing automotive manufacturing environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Erdrich USA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace We proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law