Machine Operator at Zenith Products

Job Summary:

The Wood Department Machine Operator will safely control various woodworking machines and equipment involved in production.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications. Assigned machines may include laminators, saws, edge banders, drilling and boring and similar equipment.
• Sets up machine, including all tooling, automation, conveyor belts and auxiliary equipment.
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
• Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Assist maintenance personnel in repairs, preventative maintenance and conduct TPM’s Total Predictive Maintenance task.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Basic mechanical ability.
• Ability to interpret and translate engineering blueprints, designs and documentation.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one-year experience in machine set up and/or operation.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

NEW INFO:

• Set up, program and operate one or more automated or manual woodworking machines such as saws, routers, edgers, laminating machines, drilling and boring machines
• Controls the operation of the machine including adjustments and minor repairs necessary to produce a quality product.
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Experience with reading and applying the information found on product prints
• Able accurately read and use a tape measure and calipers
• Able to understand and follow work order
• Follow published daily production schedules
• Document actions by accurately completing the necessary paperwork
• Recognize when the operation is not running well and seek out appropriate support
• Solve minor production-related problems individually, work with a team to solve higher-level problems
• Utilized measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, tape measures and micrometers gauge
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and follow proper safety protocols
• Must have troubleshooting skills to determine when machinery may need calibration or maintenance
• Load and unload raw materials into the machine
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment
• Ability to deliver good quality products to set timescales
• Maintains quality standards for the product
• Perform other work functions as needed due to business volume and need