Machine Operator Assistant at Marion Body Works – Marion, Wisconsin

Responsible for assisting the machine operator when fabricating various types of products. Foster and promote continuous improvement and a positive work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Listen to directions from supervisor or lead man, however, will work almost all the time without direct supervision
• Determine if all parts are present.
• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Read parts list.
• Interpret measurements.
• Verify specifications.
• 1st article inspection
• Ensure working environment is clean and safe.
• Report errors in product line.
• Prioritizing work based on production schedule
• Communicate effectively/appropriately with team members, leads and supervisors.
• Effectively and accurately use VMI, Kanban cards, material withdrawal forms, stock, fabricated, and special order parts so inventory counts are correct
• Maintain regular attendance to prevent missing customer deadlines
• Adhere to Marion Body Works Inc. Quality Policy

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Interpret MBW safety policies/practices to employees including ensuring safe work practices and company policies are followed.
• Utilize available data to continuously improve productivity, uptime and reliability
• Interface with customers, both internal and external.
• Complete Non-conformance using quality program for quality issues and deviations, and all purchasing, order processing, and engineering inaccuracies so corrective action can be taken
• May be required to transfer to other work area to meet company needs
• Compliance with all environmental, OSHA and quality standards
• Other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to efficiently function in fast-paced work environment
• Computer skills
• Must be able to interpret work orders, drawings, layouts, sketches, route sheets, and production schedule
• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Follow written communications and verbal instructions
• Basic knowledge in shop math, be able to convert decimals and fractions, measure and build to within military specifications, check work for dimensional accuracy and correct as needed
• Proficient knowledge to use various power and machine tools. Must be able to use hand tools and measuring devices, as well as assembly fixtures to complete assemblies
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
• Perform 6S checks in area and report items not completed
• Work independently without needing direct supervision
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of mission, value, and ethics statement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Fork lift certified
• Ability to establish and maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers and co-workers.