Bender Set Up Operator - 1st shift

Description:

Under the direction of the Fabrication Manager, the Bender Set-Up Operator is responsible for performing the duties described below to ensure the achievement of production objectives consistent with company quality standards and customer delivery requirements. The Bender Set-Up Operator will act in a manner that is consistent with Gordon Aluminum’s Customer 1st Philosophy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

Requirements: 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.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Requires a minimum of 90 days of on-the-job training. Requires the ability to effectively operate bending and forming equipment, along with basic computer skills and a variety of small hand tools. Must be able to use calipers and micrometers. Requires a general knowledge of company products and procedures.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply. Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. Must be proficient in reading a tape measure and attain a 90% passing rate on a measurement test.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. Ability to write standard documentation. Ability to interpret blueprints and customer specifications. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and other employees of the organization. Must be able to pass a blueprint and caliper test by the 50th working day from the date of hire.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to troubleshoot: determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands refers to the level and/or duration of physical exertion generally required to perform occupational takes (sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing and pulling).

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and regularly required to use hands to handle or touch objects or controls; Regularly perform repetitive motion of fingers, hands, wrists, shoulders and upper body; regularly required to reach with hands and arms; frequently required to hear and talk. Close vision and inspection of work is required.

The employee must frequently lift or carry up to 10 pounds, regularly lift or carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 80 pounds; regularly push up to 75 pounds

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 occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Employee is expected to wear the required personal protective equipment when on the production floor.

Due to the skill level required in this position, good attendance is expected in order to effectively meet customer demands.

Notice

All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must posses the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. The Company retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Gordon Aluminum Industries, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.