Machine Operator I

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

o Uses computerized manufacturing technologies or related systems to meet production and customer requirements.

o Performs set-up duties on fabrication equipment and the safety devices in accordance with production documentation.

o Positions production materials and tooling and maintains accurate dimensions according to print specifications.

o Operates and adjusts various equipment, including controllers, and edits programs according to production documentation.

o Meets established performance standards to ensure production schedules are met.

o Stays in sync with all applicable safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to team leader or appropriate resource.

o Ensures that products and systems meet Hoffman quality standards.

o Inspects work to ensure accurate dimensional requirements are met per prints.

o Performs specified preventative maintenance procedures and assists Maintenance and outside sources with trouble-shooting systems.

o Takes action and notifies appropriate resource when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials, etc.

o Participates actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs.

o Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area.

• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

o Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required

o Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.

o Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving

o Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications

o Ability to read and understand blueprints.

o Fork truck licensed or ability to obtain one.

o Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance., slide and shake heavy gauges of material.

o Ability to read and use measuring equipment (i.e., tape measure, caliper) 

o Ability to identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Production Supervisor.

o Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities

o Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

o Ability to adapt to constantly evolving business circumstance

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
  • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
  • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.