Machine Operator
Lapham-Hickey Steel (Formerly Dayton Steel)
Rome, Georgia
02.2019 - Current
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
- Utilized fastening equipment to fasten, package and stack materials and products.