Overview
Machine Operator Jobs in Isanti, MN at Proto-Tech Design Inc
The Forming Machine Operators reports to Production Manager
A. Primary Position of the Position
The position is responsible for a variety of “plant” functions including, but not limited to, operating a plastic thermoforming machine, working with various power tools, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
B. Essential Functions and Activities of the Position
Troubleshooting
- Problem solving with regard to equipment and tool malfunctions.
Set-up machine for new runs correctly and efficiently
Operate plastic thermoforming machine
- Slide sheets of plastic onto shuttle frame to begin machine cycle (currently maximum blank weight is 50 pounds).
- Start-up machine and -program cycles for existing jobs and develop program cycles for new jobs.
- Recognize malfunctioning of machine.
- Perform other secondary functions during each station cycle time.
- Recognize quality problems of formed part. Continually work to improve the process.
- Remove formed part from shuttle frame and move to secondary area.
- Lifting and movement of materials, including use of pallet trucks and forklifts.
- Staging of raw materials, movement of components, and positioning and repositioning of finished goods.
C. Required Skills, Knowledge, Traits and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Physical strength and stamina.
- Ability to work unsupervised (after training completed).
- Ability to compare work against standards of quality provided and distinguish between acceptable and unacceptable parts.
- Ability to recognize inefficiencies and develop methods and/or procedures to improve the process and operations.
- Must be able to operate power tools routers etc..
- Cabinetmaking skills a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 – $22.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Isanti, MN 55040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Isanti, MN 55040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Machine Operator
Company: Proto-Tech Design Inc
Location: Isanti, MN
