Operator I

Summary The primary responsibility of this position is to produce core mandrel product for the company, while adhering to all company policies, manufacturing process and SOP. Must also adhere to the production schedule and the direct focus on quality within the production lines. This position is for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift. Key Responsibilities

• Performing daily operator duties on acetal production lines, also other production lines as needed.
• Provide daily/weekly production schedules to assigned production lines with direction from management.
• Ensure all production orders are completed on time. Inform supervisor of risks to the schedule while offering proactive resolutions so that corrective action can be taken.
• Ensure all product quality specifications are consistently met and quality focus remains high within production lines.
• Ensure that all manufacturing procedures, engineering drawings, and any other controlled documents are followed exactly as written. Provide procedural updates when appropriate to maintain the viability of controlled documents.
• Ensure the DPR is accurate & legible for each work order.
• Provide proactive input for quality and productivity improvements to internal business partners.
• Act in a lead capacity for implementation of Lean manufacturing initiatives and supervise new work cells as necessary for Lean initiatives.
• Responsible as subject matter expert on these specific product lines, from both a production output and technical standpoint.
• Ensure accurate computer transactions for all material movements and production hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Provide input to performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Resolve and disposition nonconformance as assigned.
• Communicate with and assist supervisor on material, equipment, maintenance, quality, and engineering needs for production lines.
• Promote the importance of a positive working environment and lead by example to maintain high morale level.
• Other activities as assigned.

Qualifications SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Experience And Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of on-the-job experience in medical device manufacturer or component manufacturer
• Able to maintain accurate records
• Able to use, but not limited to, pin gauge, ruler, tape measure and calipers
• Hand dexterity is essential, along with good eye-hand coordination is required
• Able to work independently or within a team

Physical Demands

• Continual lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Walking, standing and viewing computer screens for long periods of time.
• Ability to use ladders 3’ and higher to access spools and materials.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing, clean rooms and warehouse environments