Production Operator: PLC, Quality & Safety Focus

Monroechamber; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroechamber in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Production Operator to support the operation of basic to advanced PLC metal forming, punch, and stamping machines. This is a 1st shift role with hours from 7:30am to 4:00pm and a wage of $21.22/hour.

Responsibilities include reading and running work orders, interpreting blueprints, inspecting parts with calipers and gauges, recording production output in an ERP system, and performing light troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Previous machine operating experience.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience are a plus.
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, and do basic math in English.
• Ability to read basic print facts and follow production orders.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Ability to lift 40-80 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and run work orders operating basic PLC control panels, continually reviewing production status to efficiently meet daily and weekly output goals
• Read and interpret blue prints and setup, operate, change-over, and tear down the lines – communicating obstacles proactively as needed to ensure production flows smoothly and efficiently
• Use calipers, gauges, and other hand tools to regularly inspect parts, and perform visual inspections, to ensure they meet quality standards
• Apply labels to the product and enter daily production output into an ERP System, ensuring counts and information are accurate
• Perform light trouble-shooting and preventive maintenance on machines to ensure they are in proper working order
• Fill out scrap and reject reports as well as production reports

Skills

Machine operation

Safety focus

Teamwork

Basic math

English literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Monroechamber in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Production Operator to support the operation of basic to advanced PLC metal forming, punch, and stamping machines. This is a 1st shift role with hours from 7:30am to 4:00pm and a wage of $21.22/hour.

Responsibilities include reading and running work orders, interpreting blueprints, inspecting parts with calipers and gauges, recording production output in an ERP system, and performing light troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.