Operator 1 - 3rd shift

M. A. Ford MFG. Co, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Davenport is seeking a Machine Operator I to perform basic operation and adjustment of machines. The role requires knowledge of general shop math and the use of precision instruments like calipers and micrometers. With at least six months in a production environment, candidates must be able to work efficiently in a team and maintain assigned machines and work areas. Good working conditions are provided, and continuous alertness is necessary for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Requires basic understanding of drawings and general shop math.
• Minimum six months exposure to a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine and control speed and feed.
• Set and adjust machine settings according to specifications.
• Use various precision instruments for measurements.

Skills

Basic operation of machines

Use of precision instruments

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

Job description

JOB TITLE: Machine Operator I

DEPARTMENT:

STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Cell Coordinator

General Purpose of the Job

Basic Operation and adjustment of machines.

Education

Requires use of basic drawings, general shop math, handbook formulas, and some measuring instruments such as caliper, micrometers, and scale.

Experience

Minimum six (6) months exposure to production environment.

Physical Demand

Sustained physical effort, requiring continuity of effort working with light or average weight material. Usually short cycle work requiring continuous activity, or the operation of several machines where the handling time is equivalent to the total machine time.

Mental and/or Visual Demand

Continuous mental or visual attention; usually short cycle repetitive work or diversified operations requiring constant alertness.

Working Conditions

Good working conditions. Exposure to cutting oils. Typical machine shop working conditions.

Job Duties

• Operate machine, controlling speed and feed and using various tools in successive operations.
• Work from route sheets, part drawings, and specifications.
• Under general supervision, set regulating wheel speed and angle, position and set feed, fixtures, and stops to suit job requirements.
• Use a variety of precision instruments such as scale, square, caliper, micrometers, verniers, indicators, contour gauges, etc.
• Work is subject to process and final inspection and check.
• Required to purchase “tools of the trade” when necessary.
• Responsible for keeping assigned machines and work area clean.
• May perform other duties inherent to the job.