US Engine Valve is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Machine Operator.
This position will be a product tech position on second or third shift and will require overtime.
Primary Function:
Sets up, operates, and maintains production machinery to perform close tolerance operations of any of the following: shearing, friction welding, heat treating, grinding, turning, drilling, or plating.
Essential Functions:
- Operates production equipment according to guidelines and in a safe manner.
- Performs set-ups and light maintenance of equipment. Troubleshoot equipment when required.
- Maintains proper oil and coolant levels of machines, where applicable.
- Adjust machines, tooling, and wheels to keep products within specified tolerances.
- Completes production documentation (first piece approvals, tagging, scrap tickets, etc.) accurately &
neatly. - Use specified gages to ensure proper product tolerances.
- Where required, performs SPC on specified dimensions.
- Actively participates as a functioning team member of a self managed work team.
- May stop and correct the manufacturing process if specified quality levels are not met.
- Performs required housekeeping expectations.
- Follows Quality Management System and Environmental Management System guidelines on a daily basis.
- Knowledgeable on USEV Lean System principles and uses Lean tools on a daily basis.
- Actively participates in 5S and TPM programs.
- Assists in Cost Savings and Cost Control activities.
- Ensure Suggestion goals are met.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- One year manufacturing (machining) experience