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Machine Operator

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$19-20 /h
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Ogden, UT
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Second Shift
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

The Role

As a crucial part of our operations, you will be responsible for setting up and operating automatic or manual production machines, cutting sheet metal, and operating an annealing/brazing furnace, tower, or bending equipment in accordance with blueprints and specifications.

Shift & Pay Incentive

Monday–Friday | 1:00 PM–9:30 PM

Enjoy a consistent Monday-through-Friday schedule with no rotating shifts, plus a 10% shift differential for every hour worked on this shift. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for steady weekday hours while earning additional pay through our shift differential.

Your Responsibilities

  • Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
  • Selects, positions, and secures dies, blades, cutters, and fixtures onto the machine using a rule, square, shims, templates, hand tools, and built-in gauges.
  • Positions and clamps stops, guides, and turntables; adjusts controls to set and regulate machining factors such as pressure, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed.
  • Locates and marks bending or cutting lines and reference points on workpieces using instruments such as rules and compasses or by tracing from templates.
  • Positions workpieces against stops and guides or aligns layout marks with dies or cutting blades.
  • Starts machines and observes operations to reposition workpieces, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes; inspects or measures work using rules, gauges, and templates.
  • Uses control panels to start and activate automatic cycles of production machines.
  • Observes machine operations, material supplies, and workpiece positioning to identify malfunctions, needed supplies, or misaligned parts.
  • Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
  • Works individually and as part of a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
  • Conducts tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality and performance and verifies conformance to specifications.
  • May be required to cross-train and demonstrate competency in all essential job functions within the department, working at different workstations as production needs require.
  • Establishes and maintains positive working relationships and assists with training and teaching others.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
  • Supports and participates in company, department, and safety policies, procedures, programs, and activities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED; one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience with production processes, machines, and/or tools.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions, and decimals.
  • Experience using various measuring devices to meet drawing dimensions and specifications.
  • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow through, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.

Why You’ll Like This Shift

  • Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
  • Schedule: 1:00 PM–9:30 PM
  • 10% shift differential for every hour worked
  • No rotating shifts
  • Opportunity to cross-train and build additional manufacturing skills
  • Work with a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

You should be proficient in:

  • Machine Safety Inspections