- Salary
- $16 – $19/hr
- Location
- St. Cloud, Florida, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- High School
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Machine Operator Level I.
Job Summary:
The Machine Set-Up and Operator ensure machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
- Studies blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed.
- Selects, places, and secures tools.
- Places and secures workpieces in the proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
- Prepares fixtures and feeding devices, starts machine, and engages feed.
- Observe each machine to verify quality performance.
- Verifies measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers are in proper working order.
- Sets and adjusts necessary controls to regulate machines.
- Sharpens tools with a bench grinder as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of mechanics and other properties of machines.
- Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and blueprints.
- Ability to follow proper safety protocols.
- Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications for expectations such as fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational school diploma highly preferred.
- At least one year of experience as a machine operator is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work in noisy environments.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb to access all machine parts.
Starting Salary is $16.00 per hour.