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Riverdale Mills Corporation 2nd Shift Machine Operator in Northbridge, Massachusetts
The Machine Operator will perform a variety of standard operations to produce welded wire mesh and meet production schedule requirements, meet all quality specifications, perform set-ups, changeovers and assist with routine maintenance. Responsibilities: \ Work from specification sheets, job orders, written and verbal instructions \ Set-up manufacturing process while ensuring the speed and temperature of equipment is in accordance with prescribed levels for various wire size and types \ Determine materials that are necessary as indicated by production specifications, and ensure all process tanks are filled to proper levels as prescribed by engineering, supervision, and Quality Control \ Select correct wire for production run and ensure proper installation; feed wire leader through machine and position for pick up \ Operate equipment, making temperature, speed and product adjustments to equipment as needed and per protocols to maintain quality and quantity control during processing \ Perform minor maintenance and general upkeep of line equipment \ Correct cause of improper processing \ Report serious problems to the maintenance department or supervisor \ Ensure that all products are properly tagged \ Use skimming/drowsing tools in performing those operations \ Use Uni-shear or splice tools during training or while assisting, use hand tools for equipment adjustments \ Use various hand and electrical power tools, micrometer, plug gauge, supplies and equipment to perform job \ Maintain necessary records \ Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed \ Detect and report improper operation of faulty equipment and unusual conditions to the supervisor \ Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe and orderly condition. Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations along with maintaining quality standards \ Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager Requirements: \ High School Diploma required or equivalent with 2-5 years of experience as a machine operator or outstanding mechanical aptitude \ Must be able to work independently \ Must be detail oriented and organized \ Maintain a clean work area. \ Lifting requirements up to approximately 50 lbs. \ Maintain high levels of efficiency and quality \ Good mechanical aptitude Physical Demands: \ On feet for most of shift \ Lifting up to approximately 50 lbs. \ Pushing, pulling, turning, twisting, and bending \ Moving heavy weight material, such as wire mesh rolls \ Repetitive hand motion Click Here to Apply