Manufacturing Operator I (Manufacturing)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:  Manufacturing Operator

Job Code:  F075                                            Exemption Status/FLSA Code:  Non-exempt

Reports To:  Production Manager

Department:              Production                  Supervisory Responsibilities (Y/N):  N

Date Prepared:  10/10/08                 Date Revised: 02-2025

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performance Standards:

Work Area/Personal Attire

The work area, and all personnel in the work area, must conform to environmental control standards. The parts handed in this area are delicate and must be kept free of all contaminants. That means anyone working in this area must NOT be using skin lotions, perfumes, makeup, or powders. All staff entering the work area must be wearing the provided environmentally appropriate gowning attire which is designed specifically for dust-controlled environments.

Accuracy/Speed

Performance of tasks will be judged based on how quickly and carefully the parts are handled, how quickly they are inspected and whether or not all deviations are being caught and corrected, or the parts rejected, before they reach the final inspection and packing.

Precision/Procedures/Processes

Accuracy is only achieved when procedures are followed with precision. The smallest defect in one of these parts could make or break the outcome of a medical procedure, a frequency connection, or an award winning photograph. Some of the processes may not make sense, and we encourage feedback and questions, but procedure must be followed in order for our process to be accurate and to meet the standards required by our clients.

Specifications/Standards

Accuracy is also only possible when you fully understand the specifications for each part, and the standard of excellence demanded by our clients. Your performance will be evaluated based on your understanding and rigorous adherence to that standard.

Coordination/Timing

This position requires managing multiple tasks and processes accurately and in a timely manner. In addition, you will need coordinate with the operators on other shifts to ensure that the process is seamless between one shift and the next.

Attitude/Behavior

Attitude is also a deciding factor in an acceptable performance. The work requires focus and any team members who are distracting, negative, overly critical, or who indulge in gossip will have an undesirable impact not only on their own performance, but on the performance of those around them. It is also vital that all staff have an open attitude toward feedback from peers or supervisors and always have an interest in improving their performance and their value to LLTI.

Communication

This position requires that you communicate clearly, concisely, and positively with the engineers and production manager in particular, but your performance will be evaluated based on your ability to communicate well with all team members.

KEY RESPONSIB ILITIES:

• Setting up parts to be machined on one or more lasers and managing the process of machining the parts.    Start laser and monitor progress of operation
• Follow all procedures and instructions in the PIF pertaining to the job
• Moving machined parts through the cleaning and initial inspection process.   Move part to next station for washing/drying/inspection at the appropriate time
• Inspect/measure machined part for quality and accuracy using appropriate inspection system and verifying conformance to specifications.   Reject any parts not meeting standard for excellence
• Examining machined parts through a high-powered microscope to test for accuracy and excellence in the finished part.   Perform required number of inspections at the required intervals in the job
• Accurately recording all points in the manufacturing and testing process.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and tidy at all times
• Turn chiller system on and off when required
• Monitor and adjust supply of gasses to the laser
• Maintaining accurate records, paperwork, and data entry up-to-date.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with all SPG and Dupont safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: (Education/Experience/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 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.
• Personal characteristics that maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that products positive results with customer, clients, managers and co-workers.
• Ability to run several machines concurrently.
• Ability to package parts after scribing to prevent damage.
• Excellent eyesight and judgment
• Ability to enter data onto a computer
• Mathematical Skills - Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Reasoning Ability -  Ability to form independent conclusions related to tasks.
• Physical demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Good eye to hand coordination

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Production Floor
• High Tech Clean Room

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, responsibilities and or qualifications.  Other duties, responsibilities and/or qualifications may be assigned to this position.