Machine Operator
OMEGA Engineering

Job Info

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Description

Who we are

For over sixty years OMEGA Engineering has been a pioneer in the design, manufacture, and distribution of sensors and instrumentation for process measurement and control. Today we offer 100,000 products for temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, data acquisition, and electric heating applications. Customers choose OMEGA for our product quality, exceptional customer service, and easy on-line ordering via 24 country-specific websites. At Omega, we have the knowledge to ensure customers find the right solution for their needs-whether off-the-shelf, configured, or custom designed.

Machine Operator - Wire, all shifts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads and interprets specifications of work orders.
• Monitors and adjusts machine controls to regulate process control parameters such as speed, tension, wire length, and spool size in accordance with verbal direction or process documentation.
• Detects product quality defects.
• Places reel(s) of specified wire onto pay off spindle of machine (weighing up to 100lbs) and threads wire through feed rolls.
• Starts machine and observes operation to assure machines are running properly.
• Verifies wire sizes and calibrations using micrometer and Acromag.
• Examines wire for visual conformance to specifications and removes defects or defective pieces.
• Properly identifies and tags finished goods, records production data, and fills out associated production paperwork.
• Maintains acceptable productivity levels according to established standards.
• Follows correct oiling and cleaning procedures on braider and wrapping insulation machines and reloads insulating materials to insulate bare wire.
• Practices good housekeeping and safety procedures and adheres to all company policies.

Requirements

Abilities/Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to lean, reach, kneel, and stand for long periods of time
• Basic math skills are needed, along with the ability to utilize hand tools.
• Knowledge of calibration metal types and thermocouple color codes
• Computer skills to effectively use Human Resource Information System and ability to utilize on-line training
• Must be a good team player and can work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Educational/Experience Requirements:

• 3 + years previous machine operation experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.

How we do business, our code of business ethics

We have always placed a high priority on the standards by which we do business because we believe that how we work is as important as what we do. Our core values are not simply words written in an employee handbook or on a website page, they are something that we all must live by each and every day while striving to make them a cornerstone of our corporate culture. By ensuring that we make every effort to incorporate values such as honesty, integrity, respect and cooperation into our culture, we ensure that Omega lives up to the high ethical standards that make each of us proud to be part of Omega and recognized as a beacon of ethical behavior throughout our industry.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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