Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Position Summary

As a Machine Operator you will be responsible to fabricate quality parts in a cost effective manner which will be used in the production of surgical equipment and related items and/or contracted business.

Shift: 7:00am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday and 7:00am-11:00am on Friday

• Set-up and operate fabrication equipment: CNC punch press, CNC Laser, CNC press brakes, manual shear, mechanical presses and die sets, fabricator, plate roller, drills and tapping heads.
• Program CNC press brakes and also adjust parameters within the CNC controls on punch press and laser.
• Perform basic, daily maintenance on fabrication equipment.
• Read and interpret fabrication blueprints, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), shop orders / routings and other working documents.
• Work with computers to claim shop orders, retrieve CNC programs and engineering blueprints and drawings.
• Effectively use calipers, micrometers, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), steel rules, protractors and tape measures to measure production parts.
• Take responsibility for the quality of all parts by inspecting and immediately reporting any problems, discrepancies/or irregularities to the supervisor.
• Follow 5S methodology to keep machines and work area clean, neat and orderly on a daily basis.
• Assist in training other employees in the fabrication department.
• Remain safety conscious at all times, wearing all prescribed personal protective equipment and by observing all safety rules stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Complete any and all projects, assignments and duties as directed and instructed.
• Conform to all policies, procedures and rules of conduct as communicated through the Employee Handbook, Bulletin Boards, Newsletters and any other vehicle by which information is distributed by STERIS Management.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal or no supervision if needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and members of management.
• Exhibit teamwork by working cohesively with the fabrication team to continuously improve.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities

• High school graduate/GED
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.

• Strong math skills and the ability to apply them.
• Minimum two years sheetmetal fabrication machine operator experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and members of the leadership team
• Assist with training other operators.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, both written and oral.
• Ability to adapt to conditions as dictated by business requirements.
• Ability to work with others.
• Willingness to work overtime, if required.
• Knowledge, understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing tools, such as, 5S, Kanban Inventory, Visual Management, Waste elimination, and Root Cause Problem Solving are preferred.

What STERIS Offers

We Value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your heath, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Long/short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

=== Company description

The STERIS Vision is inspired by our Customers' efforts to create a healthier and safer world, and guided by our legacy of leadership and innovation; we strive to be a Great Company. To STERIS, this means we will make a difference by providing world-class product and service solutions for our Customers, safe and rewarding work for our People, and superior returns for our Shareholders.