Machine Operator

Machine Operator Job Highlights

Company Profile

Martin Sprocket & Gear is a leading manufacturer of power transmission components, material handling products, industrial hand tools, and heavy-duty conveyor pulleys. The company is a progressive leader in the Power Transmission and Bulk Material Handling Industry, classified as an essential business.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Machine Operator who will handle the machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by operating industrial machine tools, equipment, or systems in one or more departments including Heat treatment, CNC Shop, Finishing Dept., and Gear Cutting Department.

Educational Qualification

• No education level is mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

• Possess work-related experience (a plus)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Check and inspect operation against predetermined tolerances.
• Install, align, and lock dies, punches, blades, or other machine fixtures to assure the safe operation of the machine.
• Maintain machine and work area in a clean and safe manner.
• Maneuver large, awkward, or heavy parts manually or with a crane.
• Set up, operate, and tend machines used to process components.
• Work from process sheets, blueprints, or other written/verbal instructions given by the supervisor to perform production tasks.
• Work in other areas or departments as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Accuracy and Reliability
• Average math skills, simple oral communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English and complete simple logs and reports in English
• Consistently stand for an entire shift
• Knowledge of basic machining practices and materials is a plus, as is general mechanical knowledge
• Physically able to handle heavy items including lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning components
• Work scheduled hours and comply with the company’s timekeeping policy and all other company policies
• Work with others and be a team player

Preferred Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Benefits/Perks

• 401k Profit Trust Plan
• Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental
• Growth Opportunities
• Life and Disability Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)

Employer’s Statement

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an Equal Opportunity Employer.