Production Technician/Machine Operator

SUMMARY:

First Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm

Reporting directly to the Machining Manager, the primary role is to produce parts through use of hand tools and assist in production with robotic abrasion; maintaining quality using precision instruments and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans production by studying work orders, blueprints engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Loads feed mechanism by carting stock into position.
• Producing quality parts according to blueprints and company quality standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving and cutting, taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; trouble shooting processes, identifying and sharpening/replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements
• Ensure all safety guidelines at all times and maintains a clean environment.
• Able to use precision equipment to measure and maintain specifications (tape measure, scale, caliper, micrometer, etc.)
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for needed repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL

• Conducts morning start-up of equipment
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and general housekeeping

TYPICAL EQUIPMENT USED:

• Various hand tools
• Tape measures, calipers and other measuring devices
• Carts, dollies and other heavy weight moving equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school diploma or GED
• Conceptual skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to operate & enter data into standard Windows based computers
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Works well with multi-functional teams.
• Analytical thinking/problem solving
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and be dependable, flexible and adaptable to meet changing or multiple deadlines
• Ability to take initiative to identify a problem, obstacle or opportunity and take action within the scope of the position, as authorized
• Ability to exercise judgment to solve operational problems where the answer is not apparent
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand QC inspection documentation
• Visual acuity to identify surface quality defects 1/32" and larger
• Willing to learn new machining and mold fabrication techniques.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Regular exposure to noise, dust, high heat, and chemicals
• Regular exposure to fumes or airborne particles
• Frequent reaching with hands and arms
• Constant standing and use of hands while performing essential functions of the job.

To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information restrictions, applicant must be a U.S citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.