Machine Shop Operator

PeopleShare by PROMAN; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleShare by PROMAN in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Machine Shop Operator. Schedule: M-F 6:30am - 3pm. Pay: $17.50 per hour. Location: Chesapeake. You will set up and operate manual and semi-automatic machines for deburring, cleaning, preserving, and packaging machined components.

You will assemble simple subassemblies, assist in maintaining shop equipment, read orders, verify dimensions with tape measures and calipers, document actions, follow SOPs, and help with 5S and general shop upkeep.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires at least 5 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate simple machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up & operate manual and semiautomatic machines for deburring, cleaning, preserving, and packaging machined components.
• Assemble simple subassemblies required by machine shop and assembly centers.
• Assist machine cells with general upkeep and 5S activities.
• Read and understand factory orders and shop schedules.
• Disassemble and assemble pins & rollers in Ring Gear Housing Assemblies as required by work orders.
• Setup, operate, and maintain deburring, engraving, washing, and rust prevention equipment.
• Verify dimensions using tape measure, calipers, and go/no-go gauges.
• Document actions by completing setup sheets and production/quality logs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Machine Shop Operator

Schedule: M-F 6:30am - 3pm

Pay: $17.50/hr

Location: Chesapeake

Purpose & Scope of Job

• Setup & Operate manual & semiautomatic machines for deburring, cleaning/washing, preserving, and packaging machined components.
• Assembling simple part subassemblies required by machine shop and assembly centers.
• Help machine cells with general upkeep.

Essential Functions

• Read & understand factory orders and shop schedules.
• Disassemble and Assemble pins & rollers in Ring Gear Housing Assemblies, as required by work orders.
• Setup, operate, and maintain deburring equipment, engraver, washing machine, and rust prevention equipment.
• Verify dimensions of work piece using simple measurement devices such as tape measure, go/no go gauges, and calipers.
• Document actions by completing setup sheets and production & quality logs.
• Follow Process Sheets, Process Maps, Standard Operating Procedures and Poka-Yoke systems implemented by Manufacturing Engineering and Shop management to generate predetermined production volumes, while ensuring best quality and lead times.
• Run & maintain simple equipment such as bandsaws and small presses. Cut material – barstock & tubestock - for CNC machining areas.
• Load/Unload parts on simple machine processes (setups to be performed by skilled machinist) under close supervision by CNC machinists.
• Move machine shop inventory into proper stocking locations. Maintain stock of machining blank inventory (RGH, Bevel Gears, Adaptors, etc) and raw material (barstock & tubestock) in the correct kanban quantities and locations, as directed by shop management.
• Operate overhead cranes, pallet jacks, and forklifts (sit-down and stand-up) to move & stage material.
• Manual lifting will be required as part of regular daily work.
• Perform daily cleaning and light maintenance tasks on assigned machinery.
• Keep all direct work areas clean and well organized. Actively practice a culture of 5S (Sort, Set and Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain) in the machine shop.
• Empty trash, machined chips, scrap metal, scrap wood products, & items for recycling in accordance with company (environmental) policies and procedures. Maintain log for recording frequency and quantities of these.
• Operate shop facilities equipment such as floor scrubber, coolant recycling systems, and metal chip briquetters.
• Assist shop cells and maintenance with general shop cleanup (regular 5-S activities, any exceptional cleaning events, etc).
• Ensure all manufacturing safety & regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
• Be a resource to other company initiatives/projects with focus on Machine shop.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires at least 5 years of experience involving in a fast paced work environment with focus in Manufacturing or Assembly.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate simple machines.

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