The Machine Operator must be a motivated team-oriented person with hands on processing capabilities, a quality background, motivational and training skills, strong leadership and people skills, and a good mechanical aptitude. The Machine Operator will assist the supervisors with the production of product, ensuring smoother and consistent operation to satisfy internal and external customer requirements. Dependability is a must, so the successful individual in this position will need to maintain above average attendance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean machine material hopper filters

• Conducts daily safety observations

• Follows schedule and assists with line set ups

• Know proper procedures to follow in case of emergency, such as potential personal injury, water, gas leak, power failure, inclement weather, etc.

• Maintain 6S and Toolboxes

• Monitor all PPE worn by all employees to ensure compliance with plant standards

• Monitor machinery and equipment to detect problems.

• Performs other tasks as assigned

• Responsible for product line changes

• Schedule the correct labor and relief operators for all production lines running in the designated zone

• Serves as backup for the Process Technician by directing shift activities and correctly reporting all production activities for his/her working zone

• Starts machine to obtain first run work piece and verifies dimensional tolerances

• Suggest improvements in work methods and procedures by communicating directly with the supervisor

• Troubleshoot work-related problems by using proven problem-solving techniques

• Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following Buckhorn policies and OSHA standards