Machine Operator Shaving & Scalping
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteUnion, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Review work orders, bills of material, specifications, and work instructions to determine alloy, diameter, quantity, routing, and processing requirements. Set up, adjust, and operate shaving, scalping, drawing, and related production equipment according to established procedures. Change and adjust tooling, dies, blades, guides, speeds, cooling temperature, and lubricants as required for each job. Monitor machine operation, material condition, surface finish, dimensional requirements, and production output throughout processing. Inspect material and finished product using appropriate measuring and testing tools, including tape measure, micrometer, tensile test equipment, and other quality instruments as applicable. Maintain required production, quality, downtime, and work order documentation accurately and submit completed paperwork to the supervisor. Label, package, load, unload, and move material using forklifts, cranes, hand carts, or other approved material-handling equipment. Report equipment issues, material concerns, quality deviations, and safety hazards to the supervisor, maintenance, or quality personnel in a timely manner. Follow all safety, housekeeping, chemical handling, and environmental requirements, including reviewing SDS information and completing daily safety inspections. Work overtime as required based on production needs. Complete all assigned training, including monthly health and safety sessions.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Forklift and overhead crane experience
- One to two years of experience operating industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with metal processing, wire drawing, shaving, scalping, or quality inspection
- Work overtime as required based on production needs
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Perform basic math functions accurately and use basic computer skills for data entry and production documentation
- Work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks and priorities
- Lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform constant standing and walking, with frequent pushing, pulling, and reaching
- Follow company policies, procedures, attendance expectations, and safety requirements at all times
- Complete all assigned training, including monthly health and safety sessions
- Assist in training new operators as directed
- Pre-employment drug tests and background checks are required
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