Machine Operator - 1 / Spring

Job Title Machine Operator 1, 2, 3 / Spring Job Number 51-4081.00

Department Production Departments Reports to Supervisor/Lead Person

Primary Position Objectives

Works under direction/supervision, tending a variety of machines or bench work in various Spring departments.

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Description of Duties

Tends Machines

• Working to quality specifications may inspect parts off machinery to insure parts are running to quality standards.
• Responsible for stopping the machine when parts do not meet requirements.
• Use and understand principles of quality control responsibilities.
• Alert to deviation changes-may be required to use Q.C. tools.
• Performs various bench work assignments such as sorting, testing, etc.
• May be required to perform packing duties, this includes receiving packing instructions to customer specifications, insuring correct packing materials are being used and cartons are properly labeled

Department Goals

• 100% productivity rate
• 100% attendance
• 100% on-time delivery
• Zero past due
• Zero customer returns

Level 1 - With Supervision 2 - Without supervision 3 - Can instruct others

Lean Initiatives

• Observes company processes and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Participates in Lean Projects.

Other

• Maintains adherence to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High School graduate or demonstration of equivalent skills.
• Basic math skills
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to understand written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Visual Sharpness (corrected) to operate machines (including visual inspection procedures).
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work. Substantial movements (motions) of the arms, wrists, hand and /or fingers.
• Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or moving horizontally from position-to-position.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs unassisted

The above description reflects a general outline considered necessary to describe the principle function of the job identified. It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.