QUALIFICATIONS
Must be 18 years of age and have a HS Diploma or equivalent. Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.  Must be able to read blue prints. Must have previous experience working as a Machine Operator I within Stainless Steel. Must have welding experience and knowledge of TIG welding as would be shown by the passing of a hands-on competency test; the knowledge one might get from a vocational school course is helpful.

DUTIES

• Operates highly complex machinery used in the production process. From prints, adjusts and tig welds stainless steel shells and components.
• Performs semi-complex machine set-ups; loads welder with component parts to be welded.
• Ensures machines are operating at required capacity and that production requirements are met.
• Monitors the performance of equipment; identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves problems in order to maintain efficient operations.
• Observes machine operation to verify accuracy of machine settings and to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance production. Monitors controls of welder (temp, cycle time, amps-volts, etc.)
• Recognizes process upset; both special and common cause, and notifies the appropriate person.
• Assists in preparing and maintain scorecards, Gemba Boards, etc., so that performance problems can be identified and resolved.
• Assists maintenance team in basic troubleshooting and equipment malfunctioning diagnostics.
• Maintains equipment and performs preventive maintenance notifying Group Leader/Maintenance personnel if welding machine malfunctions.
• Visually inspects welds to assure that blueprints, code and quality standards are met.
• Supporting the training and development of peers within the organization.
• Performs assembly, packaging, housekeeping and other related duties as may be assigned by the Group Leader or supervisor.