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Fortune Brands
Machine Specialist - 2nd Shift
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What they do
A Sewing Machine Operator operates a sewing machine in a factory or facility that produces clothing or other products made with fabric.
$37,511 / year median in South Dakota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job DescriptionRequirements vary depending on the production unit assigned. Set up and operate one or more machines to cut and process screen frame material to specifications or cut and punch wood, metal or glass materials. Directs other personnel to assist in maximizing the efficiency of the equipment.
Adjusts machine to produce parts within tolerance and maintain scrap at acceptable levels.
Inspects quality of parts for dimensional accuracy, camber, bow, and scratches.
Perform quality checks using caliper and tape measure or check gauge.
Performs tooling changeovers.
Change saw blades and adjust depth of cut where necessary.
Enter production orders into controller.
Lubricate machine and tooling per preventative maintenance schedule or as needed.
Performs all cleaning requirements necessary to meet specifications.
Perform job requirements and operate equipment within safety guidelines and reports any nonconformance.
Maintain all documentation that is required.
Trains and helps personnel processes.
Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Reading and writing skills are essential. Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence. Ability to process specified instructions.
Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
Ability to measure, read, and understand a tape measure.
Additional Information
Adjusts machine to produce parts within tolerance and maintain scrap at acceptable levels.
Inspects quality of parts for dimensional accuracy, camber, bow, and scratches.
Perform quality checks using caliper and tape measure or check gauge.
Performs tooling changeovers.
Change saw blades and adjust depth of cut where necessary.
Enter production orders into controller.
Lubricate machine and tooling per preventative maintenance schedule or as needed.
Performs all cleaning requirements necessary to meet specifications.
Perform job requirements and operate equipment within safety guidelines and reports any nonconformance.
Maintain all documentation that is required.
Trains and helps personnel processes.
Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Reading and writing skills are essential. Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence. Ability to process specified instructions.
Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
Ability to measure, read, and understand a tape measure.
Additional Information