SUMMARY

• Operator must display proficiency to work from written and verbal instructions, work orders, pick lists, shipping/receiving documents and prescribed company procedures to verify and properly inventory all incoming/outgoing materials by material grade; heat code, color code, size, shape, count, weight, measurements, etc..
• Operator must maintain inventories in the proper locations and arrangements to facilitate easy access and to preclude heat code mixtures.
• Operator must demonstrate proficiency in safely setting up and operating cutting/shearing equipment to process various grades/sizes/shapes of material into accurately counted and precise weight forging billets.
• Operator is responsible for selecting the proper stock, changing cutting bands/blades, setting stops, adjusting cutting parameters, clearances and clamping fixtures for various grades/sizes/shapes of material.
• Operator is responsible for the lubrication and maintenance of cutting and hydraulic fluid levels.
  Operator is responsible for the legibility, proper marking, inspection, counts, containerizing/palletizing of the billets produced and for the safe guarding, operation and efficient use of his/her equipment.
• Operator is responsible for the counts and segregation of finished forged products as to their disposition for grinding, cleaning, heat treatment, testing, or shipment and for the preparation of shipping documentation.
• Operator is responsible for maintaining an orderly and adequate inventory of cutting oils, hydraulic/transmission fluids, lubricants and empty scrap containers and for the notification of any shortages to the appropriate personnel.
• Operator must report any unusual or unsafe operating condition or deviation in product quality immediately to his/her supervisor. Operator will perform preventative maintenance and adjustments to his/her equipment as authorized and will assist in the training and development of lesser skilled workers.
• Position requires a personal 25 foot measuring tape, consciousness to detail and the use of measuring instruments, fixed gages, weight scales, marking devices, hand and power tools, the safe use of material handling, set up and lifting devices such as forklift trucks, electric hoists, chains, roll stands, etc.
• Responsible to prepare and submit/record production records, accurate piece counts, reports and forms required by company procedures.
• Observe all company policies and regulations including safety, housekeeping and quality of work with support of ISO procedures and standards.
• Utilize individually and/or further the use of total quality concepts, tools and techniques to support continuous quality improvement in all processes in which the position participates with a positive "Can Do" attitude.
• Support, encourage and maintain a positive team working atmosphere throughout the company.
Perform other duties as requested or necessary to meet business conditions and changes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - N/A

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.