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Summary The Operator 1 is responsible for operating a variety of machinery such as saws, presses, and drills to fabricate railcar component parts to meet close and complex tolerances.
Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices. Assembles and grinds products such as carbon and stainless steel, or aluminum, using grinders, tables or conveyor systems. Uses hand tools such as wrenches, electric tools, and ratchets. Monitors output and proper operation of mechanical equipment. Adjusts parts to ensure quality requirements are met. Conducts regular inspections of parts produced through measurements. Reads drawings and follows production standards. Uses common measuring equipment such as tape measures. Qualifications The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties. Minimum Qualifications 6+ months experience operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery Ability to operate a computer to run reports, send and receive communication, etc. Ability to work in a team or independently Preferred Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and work instructions 1+ years experience in operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery Work Environment and Physical Requirements 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. This position is in a production environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, moving machinery and trip hazards where personal protective equipment such as head, eye, hearing, and foot protection, including composite toed safety shoes, are required. This position may be exposed to welding, machining, forming, metal surface treatment, laser cutting, plasma cutting, and other metal working and assembly processes. Additional PPE may be required as determined by the environment. Physical Activities and Requirements Frequency Key Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation
Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)
Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)
Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)
Working Postures Sit: Occasionally Stand: Frequently Walk: Frequently Bend: Frequently Kneel/Squat: Occasionally Crawl: Not Applicable Climb: Not Applicable Reach Forward: Occasionally Reach Upward: Occasionally Handling/Fingering: Constantly Lift / Carry Requirements 5-10 lbs: Frequently 10-25 lbs: Frequently 25-50 lbs: Frequently 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable 75+ lbs: Not Applicable Push / Pull Requirements Less than 10 lbs: Frequently 10-25 lbs: Frequently 25-50 lbs: Frequently 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable 75+ lbs: Not Applicable EOE including Vet/Disability Click here for more information: Know Your Rights
Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources at or call us at .
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