Machine Operator - Salem, IN MFG - Salem, IN

High Level Statement of the Role:

The Manual Machine Operator is responsible for machining products to specifications. This includes v-saw, band saw, t-nut and base cap machines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

(Include Safety and Environmental, Quality, and Job Specific Roles and Responsibilities)

* Do appropriate set up for the parts to be run and verify the set up.

* Assure the accuracy of the first good, machined part to insure it meets the specifications documented on the SOR and the Load Card.

* Assure the set up meets or exceeds all safety requirements.

* Document that the checkout procedure occurred.

* Able to identify different wood species.

* Inspect parts for compliance to tolerances, quantities, etc. per Shop Order Release (SOR)/specifications or guidelines.

* Document necessary information on time sheet, SOR, and Plant Monitoring and Control (PM & C).

* Keep work space and equipment clean and well organized.

* Perform proper preventive maintenance as required on any equipment being used.

* Follow all safety guidelines and uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

* Identify nonconformities and follow nonconforming product procedures and be aware of disposition authority.

* Implement process improvements.

* Support the Vision and Guiding Principles and other policies of Kimball International and National Office Furniture.

* Follow and support the Quality system.

* Performs job rotation as directed.

* Support our Environmental Management System (EMS).

Skills to Perform This Role:

Interpersonal Skills

* Team Oriented

* Strong drive for success.

* Customer centric

* Possess a high degree of integrity.

* Ability to keep humor in the workplace.

* Ability to build & sustain relationships.

* Flexible and open to change.

* Tactful

* Assertive

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Skills to Perform This Role:

* Positive attitude.

* Patient

* Honest and ethical

Communication Skills

* Good listener

* Effective communication skills

* Negotiation skills

* Persuasive and credible

* Ability to adapt to and manage change.

* Good relationship builder

* Ability to motivate effectively.

Business Skills

* Understands how they influence results.

* Results focused.

* Ability to meet deadlines.

* Environmentally conscious

Technical Skills

* Able to read a tape measure to 1/64"

* Able to read a caliper to 1/64"

* Able to comprehend and follow directions on a load card

* Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines

* Able to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently

* Skilled in the use of air driven hand tools

* Capable of setting up machine to specifications

* Understands/follows proper lockout procedures

* Able to perform preventative maintenance to machine, tools/equipment

* Able to set up and maintain forms as appropriate.

* Able to use required gauges and measuring devices

* Able to use load moving devices

* Ability to identify nonconformities

Qualifications:

Educational

* Able to write legibly

* Able to read and comprehend required documents.

* Able to accomplish required math

* Minimum of 4 weeks on the job training