Machine Operator-1st & 2nd Shift

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

To set-up, operate or program various types of machines for production of piece parts for shelters to achieve quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives instructions both verbally and from detailed prints and routings.


• Will be required to set-up and operate various Fabrication shop equipment to complete assigned tasks including drill press, shears, saws, punch press, radial. drill, de-coiler, band saws, press brake, rollers, tubing/pipe benders, various bench mounted equipment, all types of hand tools, electric powered hand tools, air powered hand tools, hoists, cranes, lift trucks.

• Performs operations that will include shearing, punching, forming, notching, boring, counter boring, tapping, threading, milling, drilling, reaming, counter. sinking, sawing, grinding, cutting, sharpening, chamfering, deburring.


• Assists with and/or constructs fixtures, jigs, tools, shop aids.


• Will produce piece parts & parts for prototypes as well as parts for machine and building maintenance as needed.


• Assists with and/or performs repairs to parts on jigs, fixtures, dies and shop aids.


• Assists with repairs to machines and equipment in Fabrication shop as requested or required by maintenance.


• All levels may perform other functions such as moving parts/material, loading/unloading, sweeping, cleaning, and various other assignments as needed.


• Uses various measuring and inspection tools and equipment for piece part inspection, compliance, accuracy verification.


• Maintains a clean and safe work area.


• May be asked to work outdoors on occasion as well as in other Departments as needed or required by shop workload.


• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Will be able to set-up and run machines/ processes in Level I. May also be expected to be able to run machines in Level II that have been set-up. Begin training in the Set-up of Level II Machines/ Processes.


• Saws (4): Band Saw, Straight Radial Arm saw, All steel cutting saws


• Shears (1): 4' Edwards


• Bench Equipment (4) : Belt/Disc Sander, Chain Cutter, Hand Notcher, Hinge cutter


• Drill Presses (1): Operate Only


• Punching/Notching (2): Comaca Notching Press, Bliss Punch Press


• Total= 12 Machines/ processes


• Misc.: 5Ton Bridge Crane, Vacuum Lifter, Forklift

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.


• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.


• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.


• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent.


• 0-2 years experience.


• Basic computer skills required.


• Basic knowledge of shop math.


• Basic blueprint reading.


• Fraction and Decimal conversion.


• Ability to read and understand measuring and inspection equipment, tools.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Shop Floor environment.


• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.


• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e.: machine motors).


• Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions.


• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.