Located in LaPorte, IN
Job Full Description
Express Employment is currently working with a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance alloys to find their next Direct Hire Machine Operator.
Responsibilities:
- Review work orders and use material handling equipment, overhead crane or fork lift to get material.
- Verify material to order and enter into computer
- Instrumentally start machine and set up line for production
- Charge material through machine with hand controls
- Maintain production and quality standards by measuring and verifying before during and after processing
- Use micrometers or calipers to check and record gauge width, hardness, burr and surface condition
- Document machine mechanical problems
- Understand and document material defects, data entry and reconcile production
- Adjust machine setup to correct defects as needed throughout process
- Remove scrap from machine and empty hopper as needed
- Direct Material Handlers, Crane Operators and Helpers as required to maintain continuous production
Schedule and Pay:
- Mon-Fri 3:00pm-11:00pm
- Mandatory overtime on Saturdays during busy periods
- $19.00-$22.00/hr
- $2.00/hr Shift differential for 2nd shift
Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures
- Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, work rapidly for long periods and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with other company personnel
- Ability to occasionally work extended hours
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of machine operating experience in a manufacturing background
- Experience with slitting, forklift operation, construction, and heavy equipment operation is preferred
- Must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions due to open environment of the warehouse
- High school diploma or GED
- Drug test
- Background check
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Valparaiso, IN
1421
332 West US Highway 30
Suite C
Valparaiso, IN 46385
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