Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Job Summary

Operators are held responsible for the quality and quantity of their work. Perform all production activities including but not limited to: setting machines, making machine adjustments to yield good parts to specified dimensions, setting and measuring on all gages in accordance with prescribed methods, presenting parts to inspection areas that may be outside of the department, trouble shooting and correcting operating conditions, handling material without damage to product, the visual inspection of production parts and tooling, counting parts, changing tools/wheels/diamonds, completing documentation (such as routers, and discrepancy reports), and communicating with all personnel. Operate all associated department machines and equipment, which could include running multiple machines positioned together for the purpose, as directed/assigned by management. Maintain all department machines, equipment, and tooling considered the ‘operators responsibility’ as directed by management. Preserve material and equipment to prevent rust. Read and understand written instructions including routers, MEA books, and prints. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Work safely with consideration for others on a consistent basis. Work as a ‘self-directed’ employee and ‘team’ when supervision, management, or engineering support is not present. Perform other department tasks as directed by management.

Instructions Received: Management, Routers, and Prints.

Direction Exercised: Instruct and train others. Communicate with management and other workers across all shifts of operation. Retain ‘on-the-job-training’ and instruction. Read MEA instructions. Record personal notes as needed to perform as instructed.

Education

Requirements

• As of June 1, 1994 must posses a high school diploma or GED.

• Work

Experience

• Requirements: As of June 1, 1994 must have a minimum of 2 years experience in an industrial environment working as a machine operator, with demonstrated proficiencies in shop math, measuring and gauging, blueprint reading and grinding theory. Or have attained certification in machine trades and/or grinding technology from a Vo Tech educational facility.

• The minimum requirement for work experience can be waived if the individual has obtained a medium or above on the general aptitude test battery and/or demonstrates the aptitude during the interview process. All applicants must complete a SKF application form.

• About SKF

• SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.