POSITION SUMMARY

Matthews International is seeking a qualified Senior Machine Operator to work in our Production Facility in the Richmond, IN area for our memorialization business segment. The Senior Machine Operator will be responsible for the set up and operation of production equipment as well as coordinating the completion of the manufacturing required for orders within the area of assigned by performing the essential duties personally, through direct reports, and/or peers assigned with the machine shop.

This position will also Oversee and coordinates the exchange, changeover of dies and materials for presses assigned. Assists with production processes and quality standards.

Competitive Hourly Pay rate plus full benefits starting day one which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Near site clinic, Guaranteed annual bonus, Flexible Saving Account (FSA), short and long term disability (after 90 days), life insurance, earned time off (starts accruing immediately), 401(k) retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assigns work and directs department personnel within the machine shop.
• Assures inspection of in process and completed work prior to releasing from the department.
• Follows production schedule and preplan and stages die change equipment and dies prior to change over.
• Completes required manufacturing tasks necessary to support Product Sales, Quality, Profitability, and on-time delivery goals.
• Follows production schedule and preplan and stages die change equipment and dies prior to change over.
• Adjusts plans and resources as necessary to react to change in backlog or customer requirements.
• Plans, set-ups and operates all CNC equipment and performs any process within the machine shop.
• Inspects and/or sees the inspection of all incoming orders to assure the material and order documentation meet required manufacturing specifications.
• Leads personnel compliance with all company safety regulations and procedures
• Provides quotes on the machining of productions as requested by other personnel and departments.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years progressive machine operation experience preferred.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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