Production Helper - West Bend

Overview

This role is primarily responsible for de-nesting parts cut by the laser and metal finishing, identifying and organizing the laser cut parts in a Just-in-time fabrication shop. This position also may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required. Seeking 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shift Helpers. 

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operator with setups and operations on Mazak and Mitsubishi CO2 Lasers.
• Use grinders and sanders to improve quality on parts
• De-nesting of laser cut parts and removing laser oxide from parts
• Cross Train across the Laser department.
• Properly receiving and storing of steel.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and complete work.
• Perform general housekeeping of department.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to lift up-to 50 pounds, bend, twist and transport product and materials short distances
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to perform computer functions as they pertain to the job
• Ability to work collaboratively and productively in a team-environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Ability to work safely and without injury with hand tools in a an environment with metal and sharp objects
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change
• Work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task

Experience

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints operating and maintenance instructions and procedures
• Strong metal grinding, forming and basic fabrication background
• Basic dimensional measuring competence and ability to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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Job Expectations

Equipment Operated:  Forklift, measurement devices, wrenches, screwdrivers and various other hand tools.

Physical Demands

Physical Activity:

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Push/Pull

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Reach Overhead

Comments: Magnet assist for lifting.     

Climb

Squat/Bend/Kneel

Sit

Stand

Walk/Move About

Occasional: 1-2 hrs./shift   Frequently   2-5 hrs./shift   Regularly 5-8 hrs./shif

Full-time position working 8 hours per day.

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.