Water Jet Operator - 2nd Shift 1

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Set up and operate Water Jet machines and computer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain and apply information from Work Instruction File/Travelers.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Set up and operate water jet (both media and water only machines).
• Perform necessary program adjustments to produce good parts.
• Make machine changes or adjustments, as required.
• Inspect completed product to the blueprint.
• Complete necessary documentation (Traveler, IP sheet, etc.).
• Understand and follow policy procedures.
• Label and identify products in and out of cell.
• May operate vision system for silicone verification.
• Perform and document any necessary preventative maintenance functions.

OCCASIONAL DUTIES:

• Assist in other areas, as needed.
• Once competent, may be required to train others in the cell.

LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• May assist cell lead with the following duties:
• Follow the production schedule to drive schedule completion and maximize efficiencies.
• Know which team member will be running which parts/machines or equipment during their shift. Make sure team members are familiar with any problem areas.
• Inspecting parts and paperwork in a timely manner before moving order. Visual inspection of some parts in the order. Correct part counts. Paperwork completed correctly.
• Identify non-conforming parts and initiate QHF process, if required.
• Update cell boards/metrics and present cell data during management walks, as required.
• Assist/lead daily meeting covering Safety, Quality or shift issues.
• Keep production/machines running. Assist with or find a resource to ensure proactive communication to reduce machine wait time:
• For machine set ups.
• For team members when they have production issues/problems.
• When a machine goes down to get it back up and running as soon as possible.
• Provide on-the-job training, knowing the skills of team members and provide training to enhance their skills and ensure documentation is completed.
• Process improvements/6S.
• Give feedback to programmers on program changes, if applicable.
• Identify process improvements and insure they are implemented with communication to the Cell Leader, ME, QE or Programmer.
• Perform 6S audits, work with 6S team.
• Communication with other set-up employees.
• Identify any items needed for production and ensure they are available. For example, gages, fixtures, and special tooling.
• Provide input regarding annual reviews and promotions of team members to Cell Lead and Production Manager.
• Set the example for team members to follow in all areas of personal performance, behavior and adherence to policies and procedures.