Crushing, Grinding, and Mixing Machine Operator jobs in Washington

Description

Are you driven, motivated, and want a career? Do you have an interest in joining one of the worlds leading manufacturers of concrete products, equipment & palletizing solutions that has set the standard for the past 80 years? Columbia Machine is one of Vancouvers largest employers, and a family owned business since 1937; we are currently seeking a Press Brake Operator with a highly-trained eye for quality to join our team. In this position, youll be able to help support our companys vision of delivering products of the highest quality to our customers. Columbia Machine offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, paid time off, 401K, tuition reimbursement and so much more. If you are looking for a company that values its employees then log on to http://www.columbiamachine.com for more information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Intermediate knowledge of metal alloy characteristics and formability

Intermediate knowledge of print reading, forming and bending

Intermediate knowledge of die setups (top & bottom)

Intermediate knowledge of Manual and CNC Press Brake Operations

Ability to understand and perform work to schedule

Intermediate knowledge of hand tools (see tool list)

Able to safely rig and move parts and weldments

Intermediate computer skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (cont.):

Constant (over 66%)

• Decision Making

(Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department. May contribute to business or operations decisions that affect the department.)

• Problem Solving

(Problems are varies, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, and general precedents and practices.)

Frequent (33%-66%)

• Independence of Action

(Work is closely monitored by supervisor/manager; detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided.)

Occasional (10%-33%)

None

None to Seldom (0%-10%)

Supervisory Responsibilities

Non-Essential Job Functions

None

Qualifications: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:

Knowledge-

Other

Basic

1. LEAN Principles

Skills-

1. Ability to understand and perform work to schedule
2. Ability to use ironworker effectively
3. Ability to use power rolls effectively
4. Ability to use shears effectively
5. Ability to use plasma torch effectively

Abilities-

1. Ability to foster and work within a team environment
2. Actively participates in safety programs and complies with all Columbia safety policies
3. Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
4. Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects at one time
5. Willingness to work extended hours to meet company needs
6. Maintains a clean and safe work area
7. Ability to repetitively lift 50lbs unassisted, up to 100lbs assisted
8. Displays attention to detail and consistently follows Standard Work Instructions (when available) when completing tasks
9. Self motivated and has the ability to work with supervision
10. Ability to respectfully mentor fellow employees

Education and/or Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Introduction to Welding Industry (Clark WELD 111 or equivalent)
3. Industrial Math (Clark MATH 085 or equivalent)
4. Pre-Algebra (Clark MATH 030)
5. 1-3 Years previous experience

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):

Constant (over 66%)

Standing

Frequent (33%-66%)

Hearing, Listening, Talking, Walking

Occasional (10%-33%)

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching Overhead, Carrying and Lifting up to 10, 30 and 50 LBS

Seldom (1-10%)

Sitting, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Squatting, Bending, Stooping,

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

*Never exceeding our company manual lifting policy and corresponding SOPs.

Work Environment (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Industrial exposure: Extreme Heat, Noise, Vibration, Close Proximity to Moving Parts, Electrical Currents, Dust, Dirt, Solvents, Oils, Cutting fluids, Welding and Burning smoke

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs):

Safety glasses, hearing protection as required. Other PPE as required by specific operational area or task being performed.

Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com

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