Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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Role: Multi-Spindle Davenport Set-Up & Production Operator

Labor Grade: 6 | Dept: 1200 | Location: Corporate | Revision: 00

Reports to: Plant Supervisor

What you will do

• Operate and set up Davenport screw machines to produce parts that meet specifications.
• Interpret shop drawings and process sheets to plan setups and inspections.
• Use precision measuring tools; complete attribute and SPC charting.
• Record lot splits; complete job card/scanner inputs; prepare suspect sheets when needed.
• Move materials to the next operation with complete documentation.
• Lubricate, clean, and remove chips from assigned machines each day.
• Select proper materials and tooling; perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments.
• Troubleshoot issues and collaborate with supervisor, engineering, and maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and observe all safety procedures.
• Assist with other machines as business needs dictate.

Core competencies

• Adaptability
• Attendance/Punctuality
• Reliability and sound judgment
• Initiative and teamwork
• Innovation and continuous improvement
• Planning/Organizing and time management
• Professionalism and respect
• Quality focus and self-inspection
• Productivity and timeliness
• Safety awareness and reporting

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; typically 1–3 years related experience. Able to read, write, and apply simple shop math.
• Language: Read/interpret shop drawings, process sheets, safety rules, O&M instructions, and procedure manuals; communicate effectively.
• Math: Arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; hold close tolerances.
• Reasoning: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written/oral/diagram/schedule instructions; team-oriented and courteous.
• Computer: Learn and use Driv-Lok computer systems.
• Certs/Licenses: None required.
• Supervision: This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Tools and technologies you’ll use

• Optical Comparator
• Manual Lathe
• Davenport Screw Machines
• Quality Control Software

Work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.

The employee will be working with Automatic machines, precision measuring instruments, hand and fork lift trucks, scoops, weight scales, and copy machine.

Physical requirements

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.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

Quality and environmental

• Quality Responsibility: Annual performance evaluations cover job knowledge, reliability, work quantity/quality, attitude/cooperation, initiative/adaptability, attendance, aptitude, procedural use, safety, and housekeeping.
• Environmental Responsibilities: Ability to perform to Driv-Lok, Inc.'s Environmental Policy and procedures through awareness of any significant environmental aspects that have been determined. The role(s) in achieving compliance and what the consequences of the departure from the Policy and Procedures.

Equal access and accommodations

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

Additional details

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employee Signature: Date: __

You should be proficient in

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Manual Machining Skills

Job Tags

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