Fence Making Machine Operator Job Description Sample

2nd Shift Hours: Monday- Thursday, 3:30 PM- 1:30 AM, and approximately 2 Fridays and Saturdays/month during busy season which runs from February- June.

Note: 4-5 weeks training will be on 1st shift (5:00am-3:30pm Mon- Thurs)

About Merchants Metals

JOB SUMMARY:

The Weaving Machine Operator position is responsible for weaving wire strand into mesh fencing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates Weaving Equipment that forms wire strand into mesh fencing.
• Observes production output and records output, scrap, and material usage
• Accurately weighs all finished fence rolls.
• Produces quality product productively to the standard output rates.
• Moves finished rolls to designated Staging Area using electric pallet jack.
• Monitors product quality and alerts supervisor of process corrections.
• Uses electric butt welder to join wire ends during strand spool change.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required by business needs.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

NECESSARY SKILLS, BACKGROUND & COMPENTENCIES:

• Must be able to follow workplace safety procedures and use the personal protective equipment required for the position.
• Excellent attendance required.
• Must be able to work in team environment.
• Usage of hands tools required.
• Ability to read tape measure.
• Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time, and pushing 30-40 lbs of finished product using an electric pallet jack.
• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

What We Offer

Be part of a Culture that values growth and development. We understand that to be a market leader we must be committed not only to our products, but also to our people. It’s our talent that helps make Merchants Metals the first name in fence solutions.

Merchants Metals offers an exceptional benefits program that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents &/or entire Family
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through LiveHealth Online
• Legal Assistance via Legal Shield
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Access Perks – Discounts on products and services with companies nationwide.
• 401k Retirement Program with strong company match.

• No Sunday work
• Quarterly bonuses based on profitability
• Ownership in the company through our ESOP plan (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401K
• Outstanding health and dental insurance

• Working in a fast pace manufacturing environment
• Ability to read, understand, and follow operator instructions
• Basic troubleshooting responsibilities
• Through training…
  • Performing setup work on injection molding machines. This includes cleaning of molding machines and associated equipment, fine-tuning and adjustment of machines according to part being produced and color changes.
  • Setting up auxiliary equipment during changeovers. This includes air tools, date stamps, conveyors, etc.
  • Cleaning hoppers and grinder, purging old material

• Maintain high productivity while producing quality parts. 
• Responsible for in process inspection (utilizing calipers, micrometers) 
• Must be able to work off of blueprints
• Use shop math in checking parts.
• Perform basic maintenance to the machines (clean and maintain, no mechanical repairs)
• Maintain the machine within the scope of its ability.
• Maintain all paperwork associated with producing the part and maintaining company records.

• Machine knowledge equivalent to one to two years of experience on CNC machines
• Apprenticeship or trade school required
• Working knowledge of shop math (Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry).
• Must know how to use calipers and micrometers
• Required Lifting: 30 Pounds; Lifting Frequency: Daily 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (2-4 hours continuous)

• ​5:30am- 2pm 
• 8:30am- 5pm 
• 1:30pm- 10pm 
• Position is full time 

• Prepare embroidery machines by hooping, changing needles and thread while securing attachments 
• Adjust machine performance on material by observing machine operation, detecting malfunctions and adjusting settings 
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements 
• Track and prepare supplies for upcoming orders 
• Time and track all tasks by completing report sheets 
• Read and understand work orders 

• Identify incoming boxes for order to be printed 
• Maintain product quality by inspecting finished product 
• Package finished printed garments in preparation for shipping 

• Embroidery machine experience REQUIRED (at home machine ok) 
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and think critically independently 
• Lift and/or move up to 20 lbs at times 
• Ability to multi-task and work quickly but efficiently- example using multiple machines for production at once 
• Regularly stand for long periods of time while reaching with hands and arms 
• Specific vision abilities include sharp vision, focus, depth perception and ability to identify colors 
• Ability to read, write and comprehend complex written or oral instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English 

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 
• 401(k) with match with Roth and Traditional options 
• Robust PTO program 
• Advancement opportunities 

• $17/hour with a $.75/hour night shift differential
• Has the authority to stop the process to avoid making sub-standard product.
• Reads all SDS' and possesses thorough knowledge of all oil and chemical labeling and storage requirements.
• Operates and starts- up the machines
• Ability to identify problems and minor troubleshooting
• Delivery of materials to production floor. 
• Ability to analyze, estimate workload and perform multi-tasking.
• Assist Maintenance Technicians in preventative maintenance procedures such as lubricating machinery
• Monitors processes and performs continuous image inspections and visual quality checks of the products to ensure acceptance standards are met.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to use material bar code scanners
• Understanding of First in, First out (FIFO)
• Be-able to follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Prepares documentation as required.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area 5s. Understands department workflow, processes & detailed oriented.
• Excellent communication with co-workers both verbally and with good written skills.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education/ Experience
• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Development) required.
• Physical Demands
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Stand and walk for extended amounts of time;
• Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls;
• Reach with hands and arms;
• Talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/ or move anywhere from 25 pounds to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to work up to 12- hour shifts
• Required to wear PPE (personal protective equipment) such as but not limited to; hard hat, respirator, gloves, eye protection, steel toe boots, etc.

• MUST have woodworking experience.
• Must be familiar with industrial table saw operation.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances
• Programs mills by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

• Experience with setting up and operating a CNC machine
• Ability to read and interpret documents, blueprints, write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to understand general programming
• Ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude
• Experience with basic measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, surface plate checks and optical comparators