Machine Operator

POSITION TITLE: Spring Coiler

REPORTS TO: Plant Supervisor

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operates and sets up the spring coiling machines. Installs and adjusts all tooling required to coil the springs.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience or when necessary on the job training is used.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, plant rules and policies, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Reads blueprints, job orders, tooling instructions and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions, tolerances and tooling instruction, such as type of holding fixtures, cutting speeds, feed rates and cutting tools to be used.
2. May operate fork lift truck, hand truck or crane to move, convey, or hoist spring wire from storage area to work area.
3. Completes the coiling of springs according to the work order.
4. Inspects springs for proper dimensions and checks for desired length.
5. Cleans machines and performs minor maintenance.
6. Assists less experienced operators in selection of tooling and operation of equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds an occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

QUALITY:

It is the responsibility of all employees to meet our customers quality needs and to follow the quality policy and procedures as set forth in the Quality Procedure Manual.

SAFETY:

It is the responsibility of all employees to comply with all Company safety practices and rules and every possible aid to maintain safe operations.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Spring Grinder

BASIC FUNCTION:

Sets up and operates spring grinding machines. Installs and adjusts new grinding wheels.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

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 or when necessary on the job training.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, plant rules and policies, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Places springs into grinder and monitors to obtain a proper grind.
2. Inspects springs from properly ground ends and checks for desired length.
3. Cleans machines and performs minor maintenance.
4. Assists less experienced operators in selection of tooling and operation of equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds an occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

QUALITY:

It is the responsibility of all employees to meet our customers quality needs and to follow the quality policy and procedures as set forth in the Quality Procedure Manual.

SAFETY:

It is the responsibility of all employees to comply with all Company safety practices and rules and every possible aid to maintain safe operations.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Salary/Compensation: $20.66 - $28.41 per hour