What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator position at MSA, The Safety Company?
Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.
At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.
Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performs all tasks related to production, inspection, testing, and general plant activities.
- Performs miscellaneous tasks such as cutting, filling, gluing, packing, etc.
- Works from both verbal and written instructions, samples, drawings, wiring diagrams, etc.
- Operates a variety of hand tools and miscellaneous bench machines and assembly equipment such as cut-off press, terminal crimping machines, soldering irons, and spot welders, etc. Performs necessary setups on equipment to be used.
- Detects faulty material, records information and reports unusual conditions to supervisor. May install components on customer repair units.
- Performs certain janitorial duties.
- Actively participates in Continuous Improvement activities
Qualifications
Special knowledge, skills and abilities required:
- Proficient in basic math
- Ability to read and understand drawings, work instructions and test procedures
- Strong manual dexterity for use of tools and performing work on small components requiring fine finger manipulation and hand steadiness
- Ability to visually and mentally concentrate for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to infrequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 35 pounds without assistance; sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Proven ability to use power and hand tools.
- Ability to effectively communicate with various levels within the organization
- Ability to work in a team environment and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to operate at a level that meets or exceeds quality and productivity standards for the work area.
- Ability to proficiently solder components.
Education & Experience Preferred:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Minimum of 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment.
