Panel Operator-1st shift (Mon-Thurs-4a-2p)

80/20; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

80/20 is seeking a Panel Operator to set up and run routers in the Panel Shop, processing panel orders to match customer specs. You will handle machine setup, operation, and shutdown to keep orders moving to the next stage.

Responsibilities include using cutting machines, inspecting finished panels for quality per 80/20 standards, reading blueprints, and communicating with Leadership to address issues and support production flow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read blueprints and use tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Strong math skills (able to convert fractional to decimal).
• Has normal vision range.
• Can read, write, and speak English.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Has or will be able to obtain forklift license.
• Able to stand, twist, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, climb ladders and stairs, and lift 40 lbs. on a continuous basis for a 10-hour work day.

Responsibilities

• Set up, use, and shut down machine and routers as needed for each order.
• Pull and use proper material(s) needed for each order.
• Review each finished panel to ensure quality and accuracy is met according to 80/20 standards.
• Use cutting machines (shear, etc.) to complete orders.
• Transport finished orders from panel shop to shipping.
• Learn all areas of Panel Shop department.
• Read and understand blueprints and use them to complete orders to customer's specifications.
• Communicate daily with Leadership and provide input or troubleshooting needs as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical aptitude

English communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Position Description

The Panel Operator sets up and operates routers in the Panel Shop area to process panel orders according to customer specifications. They are able to handle all aspects of machine set up, usage, and shut down in a timely manner to move orders through to the next area.

• Set up, use, and shut down machine and routers as needed for each order
• Pull and use proper material(s) needed for each order
• Review each finished panel to ensure quality and accuracy is met according to 80/20 standards
• Use cutting machines (shear, etc.) to complete orders
• Transport finished orders from panel shop to shipping
• Learn all areas of Panel Shop department.
• Read and understand blueprints and use them to complete orders to customer's specifications
• Communicate daily with Leadership and provide input or troubleshooting needs as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Able to read blue prints along with experience using tape measures, calipers and micrometers.
• Strong math skills (able to convert fractional to decimal).
• Has normal vision range.
• Can read, write, and speak English.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Embodies the 80/20 attitude in all aspects of their job.
• Has or will be able to obtain forklift license.
• Able to stand, twist, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, climb ladders and stairs, and lift 40 lbs. on a continuous basis for a 10-hour work day.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience with cutting metal and/or plastic panels