Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

A Operator I position with primary responsibility to correctly and efficiently operate the Haas and all assigned equipment in the department. Pull and deliver materials to the departments according to drawings. The Operator I will also be required to train and mentor junior mechanics and assist the department leadership team with daily assignments as directed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to lead small groups. Effective written and oral communication including documentation of processes, and the communication of those processes with fellow mechanics. Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints. Competent in math including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractional computations, and fraction to decimal conversions. Ability to use hand held measuring tools including tape measure, micrometer, and protractor. A minimum of one year experience in the department is preferred. Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and ability to support root cause analysis for identified quality issues. Thorough knowledge of all hazards related to machine operation and related safety sensitive areas of the department and plant. Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to safety standards. Good product knowledge of BAC's numerous models and parts. Computer competency with MS Excel including updating data and generating metrics in pre-formatted spreadsheets. Demonstrated flexibility to work at multiple department work stations and adapt to change. Ability to work on cross functional teams in support of plant objectives. Familiar with and able to operate correctly and efficiently all assigned equipment in this department, including, but not limited to: + Hass Lathe
+ Steel cutting band saw
+ Abrasive cut saw
+ PVC Drill
+ HEM Saw
+ Cold Saw
+ Bender and threaders
Familiar with the use of MSD's Good understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement.

NATURE & SCOPE

This position will report to the Station Lead and Team Lead of the Parts Department.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operate equipment in a manner that maximizes productivity and quality. Train junior mechanics of the team and guide their work performance. Provide leadership of the team in the absence of the Station Lead and or Team Leader. Understand departmental metrics and communicate / interpret for junior mechanics. Update and post metrics as assigned. Accurately complete paperwork or online data entry required by department. Document processes for knowledge capture and the training of junior mechanics. Maintains and sustain 5S standards in the department. Participate in continuous improvement activities and projects. Perform other duties as assigned by plant leadership. Contribute to departmental safety improvements. Interpret parts and terms on the tickets and channel completed products to staging area for next operation. Fabricate pipe and tie rods for Assembly and Part Order Departments. Deliver materials to the departments on time

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The working environment includes lifting up to 50lbs. Standing is to be expected up to 80% of the time. Additional activities include: walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and sitting. Fine hand manipulation of controls is needed as well as hand eye coordination to perform changes. Working hours can include any of three shifts and generally are scheduled for forty hours a week. Some weekend overtime is to be expected. Working temperatures include both wide fluctuations within the plant as well as ambient outside temperatures.


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