Secondary Set-Up Operator

Electronic Theatre Controls; Coffeyville (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Theatre Controls is seeking a meticulous Secondary Set Up Operator to join our Metal Shop on 1st shift. You will set up machines, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet specifications in a clean, climate-controlled environment.

Ideal candidates have a solid mechanical aptitude, basic tool knowledge, and good math skills. You will document actions, maintain safety, and collaborate with team members to keep production flowing smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6–12 months of metal shop setup experience.
• Able to read blueprints and use measuring tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures parts to the standards and specifications.
• Sets up the insertion machines.
• Follows procedures and selects tools and materials.
• Ensures work orders are completed and labeled correctly.
• Maintains productivity and completes assignments as scheduled.
• Keeps machines running at full capacity for each job.
• Documents actions and communicates needs for the next shift.
• Ensures product quality by frequent checks and adherence to ISO procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Auto-feed systems

Job description

ETC is looking for a Secondary Set Up Operator to join our team in the Metal Shop on 1st shift!

Our ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, basic knowledge of tools, and the ability to read blueprints. Great communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop new skills are also important for success in this role.

Come join our team and work in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled metal shop with a great team environment and opportunities to learn and grow.

Representative Responsibilities:

• Manufactures parts to the standards and specifications
• Sets up the insertion machines
• Follows procedures and selects tools and materials
• Ensures work orders are completed
• Maintains expected productivity output levels and completes assignments as scheduled
• Ensures machines are running at full capacity for each job
• Completes paperwork correctly, labels parts per work order and forward the product to the next station
• Maintains continuity by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs for the next shift
• Ensures product quality meets standards by frequently checking work
• Builds parts to quality standards within specified tolerance as reflected on print
• Follows ISO procedures
• Uses appropriate documentation, e.g. ECRs, and NCMR, to identify and communicate issues
• Completes machine maintenance in a timely manner
• Reports all identified problems to the team leader or manager
• Maintain tools regularly and informs team lead or manager of tooling needs
• Adheres to safety standards at all times
• Ensures that safe methods and practices are used
• Abides by safety procedures, work practice controls, and OSHA guidelines
• Wears personal protective equipment as required
• Identifies and reports safety issues to management
• Learns new tasks and procedures as needed
• Listens to, understands and follows instructions while learning new assignments
• Recognizes unusual circumstances and asks questions when necessary
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment
• Ensures after task is completed, floor is swept, and tools are returned to designated area
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Completes special projects and requests in a timely and positive fashion

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• 6-12 months of experience setting up and maintaining metal shop equipment preferred
• Knowledge of various metal shop machines
• Able to set up modular auto-feed systems preferred
• Good organizational skills
• Good math skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Able to read blueprints
• Basic English skills to understand quality, safety, work instructions, personnel information, etc.
• Proven ability to understand and follow directions
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to work independently and as part of a team