Job Summary and Essential Functions: The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. 

Plan, organize and run machine efficiently to maximize material utilization on Atom Flash Cutter.

Responsibilities: 

 • Operator Atom cutter per specification and formulate efficient operational programs that maximize material utilization using 2D-3D Computer Aided Design software.  

• Be responsive to the short-term needs of the shop to keep the machines running efficiently. 

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. 

• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on the machine. 

• Verifies conformance to specifications. 

• Responsible for the proper handling and management of waste generated in work area. 

• Reads production paperwork to determine specified requirements to manufacture. 

• Determine if the material supplied meets production requirements. 

• Removes cut pieces from sheet and examines for defects associated with cutting including edge quality and surface nonconformities including scratches. 

• Fills out production paperwork and timekeeping records. In-Process and Final Audit Report. 

• Correctly fill out tags associated with production to identify parts produced.      (Identification   and Traceability) 

• Is required to read drawings to review characteristics that need to be monitored. If assistance is required then the operator is to get help from the Production Cell Leader or QA. 

• Monitors the calibration of the equipment they use within their department. 

• Ability to check parts utilizing calipers, and micrometers

• Ability to measure parts effectively to guarantee conformity to print specifications. 

• Ability to perform basic maintenance

 • Perform other work-related tasks as required   

• Comply with all Company and HSE procedures and policies 

• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work area in compliance with facility housekeeping policies. (6S Standards). 

• Wears required safety equipment and follows the equipment safe operation procedures. 

Competencies & Minimum Qualifications 

• Technical, High school diploma or equivalent. 

• Knowledge and experience using Auto CAD Software 

• Read and interpret Blueprints / drawings 

• Read, write, speak, and understand English, and be able to communicate with other employees. 

• Ability to use basic measuring devices such as micrometers and calipers. 

• Computer literate 

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. 

Garlock values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.