Machine Operator, Weekend Day Shift

Spirax Group; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for the Weekend Day Shift. This role is crucial in setting up and operating production machines, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications. Join a team that values innovation and quality, and contribute to delivering advanced thermal technologies that meet the highest standards. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position in manufacturing, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with production processes and machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machines according to specifications.
• Inspect and measure work using rules and gauges.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Machine Operation

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring Instruments

Production Machines

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Machine Operator; Weekend Days

At Chromalox, part of Spirax Group, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we do it better and have been doing it longer than anyone else.

Chromalox started with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

That pioneering, innovative spirit continues today. Built on opportunity and innovation, Chromalox has grown to serve more global markets and industries. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role

As a crucial part of our operations, you will be responsible for setting up and operating automatic or manual production machines, cutting sheet metal, and operating an annealing/brazing furnace, tower, or bending equipment according to blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
• Selects, positions, and secures dies, blades, cutters, and fixtures onto the machine using a rule, square, shims, templates, hand tools, and built-in gauges.
• Positions and clamps stop, guides, and turntables; adjusts controls to set and regulate machining factors, such as pressure, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed.
• Locates and marks bending or cutting lines and reference points on the workpieces, using instruments, such as rules and compass, or tracing from templates.
• Positions work piece against stops and guides or align layout marks with dies or cutting blades.
• Starts machine and observes operation to reposition workpiece, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes; inspects or measures work using rules, gauges, and templates.
• Pushes buttons on the control panel to start and activate automatic cycles of production machines.
• Observe machine operations, material supplies, and the position of workpieces to detect malfunctions, needed supplies, or misaligned parts.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
• Works individually and as a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
• Conducts tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance; examines products or work to verify conformance to specifications.
• May be required to cross train and demonstrate competency in all essential job functions of the department working at different workstations as production needs require.
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; training and teaching others.
• Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
• Support and involvement in company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs, and activities.

Required Experience

• High school diploma or GED; one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with production processes, machines, and tools.
• Proven experience: working with measurements, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience reading and interpreting documents such as blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing and Production

Industries

• Manufacturing