Mill Operator

Alloy Holdings; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alloy-Holdings in Rhode Island seeks an operator for the milling department to run equipment safely after training and keep the workspace compliant with safety standards.

You will document production data, inspect parts during processing, and manage material and scrap in line with procedures. This role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to schedules, and maintaining quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Formal training completed for equipment operation.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, lift and endure 10 hours per day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in elevated temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Safely operate milling equipment after training and maintain a safe workspace.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Production Documents: Accurately document traveler information and inspections.
• In-process Inspection: Inspect parts with calipers, comparators and gages, ensuring calibration is current.
• Product & Scrap Handling: Move material and scrap to designated locations as instructed.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety compliance

Quality control

Documentation

Physical endurance

Tools

Calipers

Comparators

Gages

Job description

Operate equipment in the milling department. The main functions are machine operation, equipment maintenance, production documentation, in-process inspection and product & scrap handling.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Machine Operation: Safely operate any piece of equipment in the department after formal training has taken place. Maintain a safe working environment and use all necessary equipment required for each particular job. Have the ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, lift and endure elevated temperatures for 10 hours per day. Have the ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all assigned equipment is maintained in accordance with documented Routine & Preventive maintenance instructions.
• Production Documents: Accurately & completely document all pertinent production traveler information, manufacturing inspection plans, etc..
• In-process Inspection: Perform in-process inspection of parts using quality control inspection tools (calipers, comparators, gages, etc.). Follow applicable procedures. Ensure that the calibration for all equipment they use for inspection is current.
• Product & Scrap Handling: Move raw material and finished product to appropriate locations as instructed by the mill supervisor. Properly segregate and identify any scrap generated during manufacturing. Move scrap to the designated location on the floor.