Stabi-4 Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Somic America Inc; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Somic America Inc. in Wytheville, VA is seeking a dedicated assembler to operate both automatic and manual assembly lines, assembling parts to specification and supporting quality goals.

You will perform hourly checks, monitor machine operation, and follow changeover procedures to keep production running smoothly. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to read safety and maintenance instructions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Basic math skills including rate, ratio and percent; ability to draw and interpret charts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate both automatic and manual assembly lines.
• Perform hourly quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Notify Team Leader of any suspect material or abnormal conditions.
• Execute changeovers per Changeover Procedure and complete checklists.
• Move parts between machines and stations according to process flow.
• Observe machines for malfunctions and report issues.
• Complete planned maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Submit kaizen suggestions for improvements.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Communication

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gaging

In Process Check Sheets

SPC charts

Job description

SUMMARYSets up and operates both automatic and manual assembly lines, assembles parts to specifications by performing thefollowing duties. Satisfy SA’s Quality goals and objectives in completion of activities or duties (reference Somic AmericaQuality Manual and Quality Policy).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.SafetyMaintain and provide a safe work area and work in a safe manner.Report any unsafe conditions to Team Leader immediately.QualityComplete Hourly checks using In Process Check Sheets and Gaging to ensure parts meet Quality SpecificationsNotifies Team Leader of any suspect material and helps to contain material line side.ChangeoversComplete changeovers using Changeover Procedure.Attach fixtures and jigs to the table positions according to changeover procedure.Change out Station changeover pieces according to changeover procedure.Fill in Changeover checklist to ensure all changeover steps are complete.OperationCompletes standardized work in accordance to Work Instructions.Removes material from boxes and places in fixture or on conveyor.Moves parts from machine to machine as process is completed, i.e. Bolt Press to Pre-Assembly to Final Assembly.Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn rolling heads.Measures and inspects parts for conformance to specifications, using in process sheets, visual checks and gaging.Notify Team Leader of any abnormal or unusual condition.Complete line PM’s (planned maintenance) as assigned.Submit kaizen suggestions for improvements.QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or general education degree (GED).LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Have the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand eight (8) or more hours a day; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds andoccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include:Close vision, requires 20/40 near vision, can be with correction; Distance vision, requires 20/40 far vision, can be with correction; Color vision, requires red/green, blue/violet and silver/gold discrimination; Depth perception, accurate depth perception required; Peripheral vision; minimum 160 degrees; and Able to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe 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.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate