Production Machine Operator I

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Vanderbilt (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) is seeking a capable operator to set up, adjust, and run production machines with standardized tooling and procedures. The role involves close-tolerance, repetitive work with in-process inspections to ensure conformance.

The position requires a basic knowledge of machine shop operations, typically gained from short-term training or experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Strong attention to detail and safety are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Educations and/or Experience – High school diploma or GED; 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent of education and experience.
• Language Skills -- Ability to read and interpret documents in English; write routing reports; speak effectively in English.
• Mathematical Skills -- Basic math, measurement units, metric conversion, rate/percent; interpret graphs.
• Reasoning – Ability to follow instructions and solve problems in standardized situations.
• Other – Ability to read blueprints; familiarity with inspection equipment and hand tools is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Selects and aligns tooling in machines according to specifications.
• Positions work pieces on fixtures or stops in machine.
• Starts machine and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.
• Regulates air and oil pressure, as needed.
• Inspects work pieces for conformance to specifications and adjusts machine to correct errors.
• Cleans and lubricates machines.

Skills

Safety and Security

Dependability

Quality Work

Productivity

Teamwork

Adaptability

Professionalism

Technical Skills

Cooperation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Air gauges

Dial indicators

Edge finders

Job description

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) is seeking a capable operator to set up, adjust, and run production machines with standardized tooling and procedures. The role involves close-tolerance, repetitive work with in-process inspections to ensure conformance.

The position requires a basic knowledge of machine shop operations, typically gained from short-term training or experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Strong attention to detail and safety are essential for success.