JOB DESCRIPTION
Production Machine Operator
Job Title: Production Machine Operator
Department: Production
Reports To: Plant Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources
Hours: Full Time
Design Tanks
For nearly a century, Design Tanks has been the premier producer of composite tanks for most Fortune 100 companies and brands across six different continents thanks to our superior-quality custom storage solutions, industry-best lead times, and dedication to elevating our craft with consistent technological development.
Our tanks are both engineer-designed and built to handle the most heavy-duty jobs in the business and withstand the test of time. No matter the size of your project, our accomplished Sioux Falls team is ready help you invest in the future of your company with products and expertise you can trust.
With cutting-edge technology and personalized training, Design Tanks is not just the career you need, but the career you deserve!
Summary:
Set up and operate an automated production machine in the following areas of production: heads shop, small spin cast, medium spin cast, mat cutting table and winder. Read work order, blueprints, and specifications to determine machine setup and finish dimensions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and maintain equipment independently
- Enter coordinate information into computer control panel
- From complex blueprints, measure and mark tanks
- Observe displays, process, and listen to machine to detect malfunctions
- Replace worn or damaged machine parts
- Correct quality defects
- Clean and maintain robot
- Scoop or pour abrasive particles into hopper of machine
- May trim, sand, and drill parts using shop equipment
- Record production work records
- Check completed projects for conformance to specifications and for quality
- Record and report defects
- Maintain clean products and work area
- Practice safe work habits and maintain safe work environment
- Share industry and company information in the development of new workers
- Assist others as needed
- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor
Qualifications
- Willingness to learn and receive on the job training
- Willingness to share information in the job training process
- Work alone with minimal direction or as part of a team
- Excellent basic math skills required
- Ability to interpret complex specification sheets required
- Ability to directly communicate verbally required
- Ability to read, write and speak the English language proficiently.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous production experience required
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 20 pounds overhead.
- Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Stand on concrete floor up to 10 hours per day.
- Wear personal protective equipment.
- Demonstrate adequate dexterity and stamina.
- Subject to periodic drug screening.