Operator

• Manufacture sufficient quantities of quality products at or below budgeted production costs to meet marketplace demand
• Set up equipment operation feed, speed, and temperature
• Operate conventional and CNC manufacturing equipment for cutting, punching, forming, drilling, tapping, turning, milling, and stamping
• Select and measure raw materials and parts according to specifications
• Resolve issues related to production, machinery, processing, and packaging operations
• Set up and operate mill-turns, mills, lathes, and grinders
• Align and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
• Read blueprints and set and check work using quality-control gages
• Move materials physically or mechanically as necessary
• Inspect machined products using precision gaging to ensure quality specifications
• Set up and perform machining operations on CNC machines
• Select cutters, adjust feeds and speeds, and replace dull cutters
• Operate two or more CNC machines simultaneously when required
• Support operations through specialized technical manufacturing tasks
• Complete documentation, electronic data entries, and communications accurately and promptly
• Support Lean Enterprise initiatives and continuous improvement in quality, waste reduction, and productivity

CNC Operator II machining precision parts for Kennametal’s industrial manufacturing business

CNC Operator II

CNC Operator II setting up and operating CNC machines to produce precision industrial components for Kennametal.
Inspecting parts, adjusting machining parameters, and supporting safe, lean manufacturing operations.

• Answer incoming calls in a busy call center environment
• Perform basic call processing functions and meet monitoring expectations
• Access pertinent information using Xtend Communications Windows-based software, with or without ACD integration
• Respond to alarms, pages, messages, and codes
• Contact personnel through beeper paging, intercom announcements, and phone calls as indicated
• Issue patient phone numbers, conditions, or general information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Maintain logbooks and other documents and forms
• Complete training evaluations and cross-train at a sister site

IAS Support Operator answering calls and emergency communications for Advocate Health hospitals

IAS Support Operator Associate

IAS Support Operator answering calls and emergency communications for Advocate Health hospitals. Operating paging, alarm, and call-processing systems while protecting patient information under HIPAA.

• The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating various types of machinery to support right of way vegetation maintenance and clearance around power lines.
• Loads and unloads vehicles and equipment from a trailer.
• Responsible for proper load securement in accordance with company policies, approved work methods and FMCSA regulations.
• Works on the ground using hand saws, ground saws or other applicable tools to cut brush, limbs and logs of larger trees.
• Utilizes a variety of tools (i.e., rake, shovel, leaf blower) to remove debris from work area.
• Gathers manageable size brush, limbs and logs and carries to the designated chipping area.
• Operates heavy machinery such as boom trimmers or mowers, excavators, tub grinder, feller-buncher, etc.
• Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, on-the-job safety practices, approved work methods and OSHA regulations.
• Uses applicable herbicide equipment to treat stumps and brush.
• Maintain appropriate application records.
• Applies herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps.
• Works around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines.
• Conducts pre-inspection of work area to identify potential hazards.
• Loads vehicles and equipment with manageable size limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping.
• Sets up warning signs, barriers, flags, relays hand-signals, directs traffic and other applicable traffic control devices to protect employees and members of the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Cooperates with property owner, customer, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways.
• Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions.
• Reports specialized vehicle maintenance or equipment needs to General Foreperson.
• During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty and travel outside of regular work location for the duration of the disaster.
• Assists with contacting and coordinating the crew’s response to such work and responsible for determining proper steps necessary to eliminate hazards and trim/remove trees while onsite during emergency response.

Equipment Operator for vegetation maintenance around power lines

Bucket Operator

Equipment Operator responsible for operating machinery for vegetation clearance around power lines. Loads, unloads, and conducts maintenance tasks ensuring safety around energized power lines.

• Setting up and running a mix of semi-automatic and manual machines in a machine shop environment
• Involved in setups, inspections, and troubleshooting when issues arise
• Set up and run a range of machines including lapping, polishing, and tool grinding
• Use cutting tools such as diamond grinding wheels
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
• Work to tight tolerances (down to four decimal places)
• Carry out first-piece inspections to ensure work meets specifications
• Spot and troubleshoot mechanical issues on machines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety procedures (non-negotiable)

Machine Operator setting up and running machines in a manufacturing environment

Operator – 2nd Shift

Machine Operator setting up and running various machines in a manufacturing shop. Responsible for inspections, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment with a focus on quality and safety.

• Work independently in the field placing buried service wire
• Coordinate work activities with customers, local utilities, and government agencies
• Provide installation, repairs, maintenance as well as reconnection of fiber and copper services
• Locate buried facilities near the route of "B" service wire using appropriate equipment
• Operate a company vehicle with trailer and machinery
• Manual excavation utilizing a shovel
• Provide repairs to low voltage buried utilities or sprinkler systems
• Provides temporary repairs to utilities and sewage field lines
• Periodic maintenance and non-complex repairs to equipment used in the performance of other responsibilities
• Read and interpret simple instructions
• Follow established safety practices and procedures

Machine Operator placing buried service wires for AT&T

Machine Operator

Machine Operator responsible for placing buried service wire for AT&T. Coordinate with customers and agencies for installations, repairs, and maintenance of services in the field.

• Inspect precision-molded components in a clean, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art environment where attention to detail is crucial.
• Follow safety procedures and report any unsafe conditions.
• Verify part numbers, lot numbers, and labeling for accuracy and traceability.
• Monitor multiple semi-automated machines and catch defects early.
• Document inspection results, production counts, and key information accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and support basic machine upkeep.
• Support efforts to reduce scrap and improve overall production quality.

Production Line Operator inspecting precision-molded components at SARSTEDT

Production Line Operator

Production Line Operator inspecting precision-molded components in a state-of-the-art environment. Ensuring quality standards and documenting results while supporting machine upkeep.

• Operates machine that forms and glues flat cartons into finished cartons.
• Understands and aligns business operations and the Department to exceed customer expectations.
• Verifies that correct job is running based on production schedule.
• Adjusts forming bars to accommodate size of box to be shaped.
• Fills glue pots with adhesive and positions rollers to dispense glue onto paperboard.
• Observes machine operation to detect malfunction.
• Inspects cartons for flaws.
• Makes mechanical adjustments on machines.
• Moves around Finishing Helpers to keep glue lines adequately staffed.
• Verify finishing area is properly stocked with supplies and coordinates with Purchasing.
• Trains Finishing Helpers and Finishing Operator Assistants.
• Completes Daily Management boards as required.

Finishing Operator operating machines for carton production at Graphic Packaging International

Finishing Operator

Finishing Operator operating machines that form and glue cartons at Graphic Packaging International. Ensuring production schedules and quality standards are met with required training and operational adjustments.

• Safely and efficiently facilitates the cutting process of printed product.
• Experienced in duties of qualified Sheet Fed Cutting Operator, including make readies and operation.
• Experienced on cutting machinery similar or same as Sheet fed cutting equipment such as: Bobst 162 CER, Bobst 1600 ER, Bobst 103, and Bobst 126-BMA.
• Verify proper job before feeding the press.
• Proper press maintenance and lubrication.
• Provide daily quality checklist when inspecting pallets after cutting.
• Perform make ready and preventive maintenance activities.
• Able to run job with embossing inline.
• Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in PEAK.
• Disassembles machines to perform minor repairs or replace broken or worn parts, using hand tools.
• May perform hand packing as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Die Cutting Operator facilitating the cutting process at Graphic Packaging International

Die Cutting Operator

Die Cutting Operator responsible for cutting printed products at Graphic Packaging International. Ensuring quality and proper maintenance of cutting machinery in a manufacturing environment.

• Operate power saws to cut & trim wood pallets
• Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Communicate to plant management effectively on a regular basis
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Saw Shop Operator operating power saws in pallet manufacturing

Saw Operator

Saw Shop Operator operating power saws for cutting and trimming wood pallets. Join the largest pallet management services company in North America!

• Unload deliveries of pallets and/or wood to the proper location inside the plant
• Move freshly cut and recycled wood to the appropriate worktable area
• Stack finished products into trailers or to storage areas up to a safe height
• Maintain a safe working environment by lifting, stacking, and transporting materials with all other plant personnel in mind

Forklift Operator moving pallets and wood at 48forty Solutions

Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator loading and unloading pallets at 48forty Solutions. Maintaining efficiency and safety in a labor-intensive environment in Charlotte, NC.

• Run all required equipment in a safe and efficient manner: Pumps/ Agitators/ Shakers, Scales, Transporters/ Lift Trucks, Viscosity measurements, Daily scale calibrations.
• Maintain housekeeping.
• Washing equipment (tanks, pumps, piping, and loading equipment).
• Loading (charging) various size tanks from 5 to 250-gallon capacity.
• Loading (charging) moving and lifting gallon stock, drums, and totes.
• Follow established process instructions and documentation (monitoring equipment).
• Filtration of product (loading/charging FSI filter and traps).
• Labeling of containers, following established process, customer and DOT requirements.
• Housekeeping (participating in area cleanup).
• Auditing.
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50 Lbs. and stand for 8 hrs. per day.
• Ability to repetitively climb ladders/stairs, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, reach above shoulders, turn wrench/valve handles.
• Perform selective maintenance tasks/equipment switch-outs to keep the process running.
• Operate computer-controlled equipment.
• Follow all site and area guidelines pertaining to all functions within the plant and assigned tasks.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) that pertain to employee job functions.
• Assist in the training of other employees.

Manufacturing Operator managing equipment operations in paint, coatings, and chemicals.

Manufacturing Operator – Paint, Chemical Mixing

Manufacturing Operator managing safe and efficient operations of equipment in paint and coatings industry. Responsibilities include loading, maintenance tasks, and adhering to safety protocols.

• To perform activities regarding compounding, weighing, mixing, processing of materials and safe operation of equipment throughout the facility.
• To ensure the even flow of the properly mixed compound throughout the manufacturing process.
• Check all raw materials using color perception for contamination, weigh and mix raw materials as specified on the formulations/instructions.
• Inspect scales for accuracy and operate equipment according to standard procedures.
• Visually check mixing consistency of each batch, report inconsistencies, unusual conditions, or any process changes/problems to the Production Supervisor.
• Load raw materials and oil into mixer and mix in accordance with schedule and related work instructions.
• Monitor mixing conditions and adjust bulk oil set up as needed for mixing purposes.
• Ensure mixer is clean of material buildup for changeovers to other materials.
• Keep mixer chamber clean between batches.
• Maintain clean mill and mill pan area after every batch to prevent contamination.
• Maintain efficient flow of machines to minimize production loss.
• Report any problems immediately to supervision and participate in solutions to those problems.
• Participate in training of new Associates as directed by the Supervisor.
• Perform any other project/task as assigned by Management.

Production Operator managing compounding and processing materials for manufacturing.

Production Operator

Production Operator performing activities regarding compounding, weighing, and mixing materials. Ensuring the consistent manufacturing process of rubber compounds in a safe environment.

• Produce paper cups, baskets for bottles, and trays for food.
• Engage in manufacturing and operations activities.

Press Operator handling manufacturing operations for packaging products

Press Operator

Press Operator involved in manufacturing paper products, including cups and food trays. Responsible for operations to ensure quality and efficiency in production.

• Operate automatic overhead cranes from remote control desk, remote control and crane cabin
• Operate the crane in manual mode, semi-automatic mode and automatic mode
• Monitor ground safety equipment’s and control access authorization on the crane working area
• Perform troubleshooting for basic failures and participate in troubleshoot together with maintenance for automatic cranes
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments
• Interact with HMI systems to identify equipment status, recognize and troubleshoot alarms, monitor crane operation and define setup and operation modes for cranes
• Utilize Level 2 systems for operation, monitoring system performance, identifying improvement areas, and applying best practices
• Maintain detailed records of actions, manual interactions and adjustments on automated cranes and systems
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies, adapt to evolving industry practices, and contribute to process enhancements
• Ensure all work complies with industry safety standards and organizational protocols

Technical Crane Operator operating automatic overhead cranes for Nucor

Technical Crane Operator

Technical Crane Operator operating automatic overhead cranes for Nucor, North America's largest steel manufacturer. Responsibilities include operating cranes, monitoring safety, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

• Locate and move products to storage or the assembly line in a safe timely manner
• Ability to inspect and perform regular maintenance to forklift as necessary
• Use of RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory
• Ability to obtain and maintain Forklift Certification through proven operation of equipment
• May rotate to various positions within the Job Function area to perform related activities
• Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work
• May investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies and notify appropriate personnel of results or required actions
• Ability to identify damaged material and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Identify and correct or report safety hazards in the work area
• Ensures grief and receiving processes and procedures are updated and communicated

Forklift Operator managing warehouse operations at Caterpillar Inc.

Forklift Operator – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Forklift Operator managing warehouse operations at Caterpillar Inc. Operating forklifts and ensuring safe product movement in the facility.

• Operate warehouse vehicles to transport material accordingly
• Inspect incoming shipments of materials, equipment and supplies for compliance with purchase order specifications
• Identify and report shortages, damaged goods or other discrepancies
• Process inventory receipts, maintain stock inventory and participate in warehouse inventory control process
• Create transfer orders and place materials in the marked storage bins
• Compile and submit samples in accordance with cGMP
• Distribute incoming shipments according to documented procedures
• Complete all SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Process outbound shipments to ensure the shipment is accurate and meets the customers’ delivery time-frame
• Read and follow packing list instructions
• Coordinate freight pick-up with appropriate freight companies
• Create shipping documents and labels and ensure accurate shipping information
• Find, pull, transport and stage raw materials needed for production
• Review production schedule for raw material requirements and communicate discrepancies with the appropriate production personnel
• Create movement of material documents
• Clean and properly store crude crystal bags
• Maintain neat and complete documentation in accordance with cGMP documentation requirements
• Review the Standard Operating Procedures for the department to stay current on procedural revisions
• Perform safety checks on forklifts, safety equipment, fire extinguishers and crude crystal bags and record results in the appropriate logbook
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area
• Adhere to and follow all required safety procedures including but not limited utilizing all safety equipment and PPE, completing required safety trainings and reporting all observed safety violations or potential concerns
• Other duties as assigned

Materials Management Operator ensuring compliance and inventory management in a warehouse setting

Materials Management Operator

Materials Management Operator responsible for operating warehouse vehicles and inspecting shipments for compliance. Managing inventory control and adhering to safety procedures within a warehouse environment.

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