Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Location: Falconer, NY
Salary: $25.19

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030 .

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:
SKF Aerospace, a leader in aviation bearings, is looking for talented individuals to support its North American units producing bearings for the Aerospace & Defense industry, as well as for industrial & commercial applications.

Responsibilities:

• Operators are held responsible for the quality and quantity of their work.
• Perform all production activities including but not limited to:
  • Setting machines
  • Making machine adjustments to yield good parts to specified dimensions.
  • Setting and measuring on all gages in accordance with prescribed methods.
  • Presenting parts to inspection areas that may be outside of the department.
  • Troubleshooting and correcting operating conditions.
  • Handling material without damage to product.
  • Visual inspection of production parts and tooling, counting parts, changing tools/wheels/diamonds, completing documentation (such as routers, and discrepancy reports), and communicating with all personnel.
• Operate all associated department machines and equipment, which could include running multiple machines positioned together for the purpose, as directed/assigned by management.
• Maintain all department machines, equipment, and tooling considered the ‘operators responsibility’ as directed by management.
• Preserve material and equipment to prevent rust.
• Read and understand written instructions including routers, MEA books, and prints.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Work safely with consideration for others on a consistent basis.
• Work as a ‘self-directed’ employee and ‘team’ when supervision, management, or engineering support is not present.
Perform other department tasks as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an industrial environment working as a Machine Operator, with demonstrated proficiencies in shop math, measuring and gauging, blueprint reading and grinding theory.
• Or have attained certification in machine trades and/or grinding technology from a Vo Tech educational facility.
The minimum requirement for work experience can be waived if the individual has obtained a medium or above on the general aptitude test battery and/or demonstrates the aptitude during the interview process.

What You’ll Love About SKF
Rest and Relaxation. Vacation is accrued beginning the July 1 immediately following your Hire Date and eligible for 13 paid holidays!

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Excellent medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse!

Invest in your Future. SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts a per pay period 6% deposit to your Vanguard account (100% Vested).

Much more! Growth opportunities, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Channel Manager
Location: Falconer, NY
Job ID: 19355
Salary: $25.19

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