Machine Operator

Communications & Power Industries (CPI), headquartered in Palo Alto, California, is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems focused primarily on communications and defense markets. With a heritage of technological excellence that spans decades, CPI develops, manufactures and globally distributes innovative and reliable technology solutions used in the generation, amplification, transmission and reception of microwave signals for commercial and military applications. CPI serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial and scientific markets. The company has manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, and sales, service and engineering offices around the world.

Job Title: Machine Operator

Hours - Monday through Thursday - 6:30am - 5pm, 10 hours shifts with Friday's off.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Job

• Performs manufacturing or production tasks/assignments ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as aluminum, castings, steel and fiberglass per work instructions

• Performs fabrication or inspection functions in production or pre-production environment per work instructions, bill of materials and prints/drawings

• Reads and understands simple work instructions and drawings/prints

• May conduct manufacturing inspections on processing line in accordance to quality specifications and documentation

• Organizes packing, movement and protection of finished product

• Performs fabrication and marking per work instructions, BOM’s and drawings/prints

• Maintains and operates equipment/tooling per work instructions and on the job training

• Completes appropriate quality paperwork as required (e.g. Corrective Action Request, Discrepant Material Report etc.)

• Accurately completes process paperwork and entering data into the applicable work order management system

• participates in continuous improvement activities and problem solving activities

• Leads by example in maintaining a clean and orderly work area

• Supports safety/housekeeping standards

• Contacts are primarily within immediate work unit, direct supervisor and the department

Minimally Required Skills

• Proficient manufacturing process skills

• Ability to read and understand work instructions, engineering change notices, test procedures training documents and drawings/prints

• Ability to organize multiple tasks

• Ability to operate equipment safely

• Proficient and effective communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work within a high performance work team

• Proficient in basic computer skills

• Proficient knowledge of measuring equipment and math

• Ability to use various computer software.

• Ability to act as a role model for appropriate skills and behaviors

• Ability to exhibit adaptability/flexibility

• Proficient in basic math

• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

Minimum job requirements:

· Related work experience

· High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Working Conditions

· Primarily in Manufacturing setting. Sitting & standing

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: One location

Salary : $28,500 - $36,100