Machine Set Up Operator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform setup operations, on a diversified line of machines, to close and exact tolerances and finish specification requiring a high degree of skill.
• Identifies material needed and the type of part to be produced.
• Loads the applicable raw material and attaches it to the machine to ready for forming.
• Have the ability to problem solve any issues with setups or tooling that cause the machine to go down or for parts to be out of specification.
• Run several machines simultaneously.
• Routinely checks parts for conformance to specifications.
• Must be able to follow written instructions (VA's) and read print specifications, or equivalent.
• Promote and adhere to WWP's safety standards, procedures, and training, including all OSHA standards.
• Promote and adhere to WWP's quality standards, procedures, inspections, work instructions, and ISO procedures.
• Promote and adhere to LEAN training, including looking for any opportunities for continuous improvement within the daily job functions.
• Promote and adhere to WWP's core values - Employees (open communication, personal growth, work/life balance), Customers (exceptional customer service) , Quality (exceed customer requirements), Safety (keep everyone safe) , Integrity (honesty, work ethic, accountability, autonomy), Respect (value each other & remain open minded), and Teamwork (collaboration).
• Regular, predictable, and punctual work-site attendance that is in accordance with Western Wire's attendance policy; work an assigned schedule, which may include weekends, and, if needed, extended hours, overtime, and holidays.
• Follow company policies, procedures, rules, directives, and instructions.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Perform other duties (essential or marginal) as assigned.

PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND VISION AND HEARING REQUIREMENTS

• Physical: Balance; bend; climb; crawl; crouch; feel; fine manipulation (working with fingers); grasp; gross manipulation (working with hands); hold; kneel; lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds and move up to over 100 pounds; pull; push; reach at or below shoulder level; reach overhead; sit; stand; squat; stoop; stretch; twist; and walk.
• Cognitive: Plan and prioritize; analyze and solve problems; make decisions; concentrate amid distractions; exercise good judgment; organized with attention to detail and accuracy; use math and perform calculations; work with minimal errors; handle stress and stressful situations effectively; perform well under pressure; adapt well to change.
• Vision and Hearing:
• Vision: Far visual acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet or more), near visual acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing: Hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds (such as alarms, vehicle horns, equipment parts in motion, and vehicles in motion).

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Establish and maintain working relationships with other team members and with members of management; interact appropriately with others in the workplace.

COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Accurately and efficiently give or receive information through speaking, listening, reading, and writing.