Job Description

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for operating fabrication machines such as cutoff saws, power shears, and NC power brake presses, spinning machines that cut, shape, and bend metal sheets and tubes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reads engineering drawings and work orders to determine machine settings and materials to be used.

Sets machine stops and/or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template.

Installs tooling into machines as needed.

Positions parts against stops or aligns layout marks with dies or blades.

Uses palm buttons or foot pedals to activate machines.

Observes machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction.

Verifies dimensions of part using dial or electronic calipers, calls for first article inspection when required before continuing to next part.

Makes adjustments to stops or guides when required.

Verifies dimensions of part on random samples throughout the production run.

Makes adjustments as needed.

Parts that do not meet requirements are set aside to be scraped per inventory control policies.

Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from part when required.

Performs minor machine and die maintenance such as cleaning, oiling machine and sharpening dies.

Alerts supervisor of all machine malfunctions.

Removes punch slugs and discards properly as needed.

Keeps machine and surrounding area clean and uncluttered and keeps machine adjustment tools in safe organized location.

Completes weekly written machine maintenance logs.

Observes all safety procedures and uses all personal safety equipment required.

Uses all safety guards supplied for the machines.

Does not modify or remove safety equipment and/or guards at anytime during operation of the machine.

Discontinues operation of any machine that has any malfunctioning safety equipment and/or guards.

Reports any such malfunction of safety equipment and/or guards to the supervisor.

Reports any unsafe conditions or activities observed to supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other skills required:

o Must possess knowledge of operation of hands tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, hammers, and files as well as power equipment such as shears, brake presses, punch presses, drill presses, blade saws, band saws, wood working equipment such as panel saws and hand-held routers.

o Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English.

o Must be able to communicate verbally in English.

o Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using a calculator.

o Able to calculate square footage and linier footage of raw materials.

COMPETENCIES:

Diversity

- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics

- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Adaptability

- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality

- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Design

- Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Initiative

- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation

- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Interpersonal Skills

- Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Judgement

- Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Leadership

- Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Motivation

- Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Oral Communication

- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Professionalism

- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality

- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quality Management

- Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Quantity

- Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security

- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Strategic Thinking

- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

Teamwork

- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Continually required to stand. Continually required to walk. Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Continually required to talk or hear. Continually works near moving mechanical parts. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must continually lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision distance vision Additional remarks regarding work environment: Ear protection is required at most machines in this department Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Must be able to move up to 500 lbs using rolling material handling device such as cart or pallet jack
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:

Goodyear, AZ 85338 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Goodyear, AZ 85338: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person