Machine Operator I at Kurt Manufacturing in Pueblo, Colorado

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Machine Operator I performs standardized operations, recognizes defective materials and machine malfunctions, and observes continuous operation of machines to ensure that products meet specifications.

Essential Functions

• Operating of one or more production machine such as a grinder, mill, drill press, lathe, etc.


• Read work orders, work instructions, or formulas.


• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications using measuring instruments.


• Maintain Kurt Manufacturing’s quality standards.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED


• 1 month of related experience

Preferred

• 3 months of related experience

Physical Demand Factors

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title.Specific requirements will vary based on the employee’s individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating:Medium work.Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time):

• Extend hands and arms to reach, handle, seize, hold, grasp or turn with hands


• Pick or pinch with fingers


• Use near acuity, depth perception and adjust eyes to bring objects into sharp focus

The worker will occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time):

• Perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching