Posted 16 days ago
Weekend Shift Machine Operator
AI Summary
Operates saws, a brake press, overhead cranes and machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, mills and grinders to produce parts from drawings and route sheets. Also tracks inventory, handles materials and verifies finished parts with precision measuring tools.
About this role
About Us:
BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.
Job Description:
As a Machine Operator at BW Papersystems, you will be responsible for operating saws, a brake press, overhead cranes, and various machine tools to produce parts according to specifications. You'll work from drawings and instructions to set up tools, speeds, and cuts based on material and finish requirements. This entry level role also covers inventory tracking, material handling, and measuring finished parts for accuracy.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate saws for structural steel and a brake press for bending metal
- Operate overhead cranes to move materials and parts
- Operate machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, milling machines, and grinders according to production specifications
- Read and interpret blueprints, route sheets, and job orders to determine setups, tooling, and sequence of operations
- Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, and depths of cuts based on material and finish requirements
- Measure and verify parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure conformance to specifications
- Track inventory, label material, and handle receiving, routing, and storing of materials
- Follow safety operating procedures throughout all projects
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to read a tape measure
- 1 year of machine operating experience preferred but not required
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
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