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 looking to hire a Machine Operator who will be involved in the machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by operating industrial machine tools, equipment, or systems in one or more departments including the Heat treatment, CNC Shop, Finishing Department, and the Gear Cutting Department.

Educational Qualification

• Applicants may be required a High School Diploma or GED

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

• Ability to work in a team setting
• Knowledge of basic machining practices and materials is a plus, as is general mechanical knowledge
• Must be able to consistently stand for the entire 8-hour shift
• Must be able to work scheduled hours and comply with the company’s timekeeping policy and all other company policies
• Must be physically able to handle heavy items including lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning components
• Accuracy/Reliability
• Requires average math skills, simple oral communication skills; ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English and complete simple logs and reports in English

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

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
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Benefits/Perks

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

Employer’s Statement

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an Equal Opportunity Employer.