Operator Class 1

The Greenbrier Companies; Jackson (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenbrier Companies is seeking an Operator 1 to operate a variety of manufacturing machinery and fabricate railcar component parts to meet tight tolerances. The role requires reading blueprints, basic computer use, and the ability to work in a production setting.

Candidates should have 6+ months of experience with manufacturing equipment, the ability to work independently or in a team, and a High School diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Reading drawings/blueprints and following production standards.
• Ability to operate a computer to run reports and communicate.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and grinds products using grinders, tables or conveyors.
• Uses hand tools such as wrenches, electric tools, and ratchets.
• Monitors output and proper operation of mechanical equipment.
• Adjusts parts to meet quality requirements.
• Conducts regular inspections of parts produced through measurements.
• Reads drawings and follows production standards.
• Uses tape measures and other common measuring tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters.

The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization.

We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people.

We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.

Summary

The Operator 1 is responsible for operating a variety of machinery such as saws, presses, and drills to fabricate railcar component parts to meet close and complex tolerances.

Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assembles and grinds products such as carbon and stainless steel, or aluminum, using grinders, tables or conveyor systems.
• Uses hand tools such as wrenches, electric tools, and ratchets.
• Monitors output and proper operation of mechanical equipment.
• Adjusts parts to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Conducts regular inspections of parts produced through measurements.
• Reads drawings and follows production standards.
• Uses common measuring equipment such as tape measures.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ months experience operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery
• Ability to operate a computer to run reports, send and receive communication, etc.
• Ability to work in a team or independently

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and work instructions
• 1+ years experience in operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is in a production environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, moving machinery and trip hazards where personal protective equipment such as head, eye, hearing, and foot protection, including composite toed safety shoes, are required.
• This position may be exposed to welding, machining, forming, metal surface treatment, laser cutting, plasma cutting, and other metal working and assembly processes.
• Additional PPE may be required as determined by the environment.

Physical Activities And Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

• Sit: Occasionally
• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Frequently
• Kneel/Squat: Occasionally
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Climb: Not Applicable
• Reach Forward: Occasionally
• Reach Upward: Occasionally
• Handling/Fingering: Constantly

Lift / Carry Requirements

• 5-10 lbs: Frequently
• 10-25 lbs: Frequently
• 25-50 lbs: Frequently
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

• Less than 10 lbs: Frequently
• 10-25 lbs: Frequently
• 25-50 lbs: Frequently
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

Know Your Rights

Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources at [e-mail] or call us at 503-684-7000.