Associate Machine Operator - 1st Shift

As an Associate Machine Operator, you will have the opportunity to utilize the latest mills, lathes, mill-turns, and Swiss machines to produce close-tolerance parts for our medical products. Key roles will be to ensure the smooth operation of machinery and assist the operations team in efficient production.

This role has great potential for growth and learning in a safe, clean work environment. This is a 1st Shift role with the hours of 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance in the set-up and operation of a variety of CNC, and various other, machines.
• Sharpens and changes tooling as needed to maintain tolerances, may give input or recommendations.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and other accessories onto machines.
• Makes minimal adjustments and monitors assigned equipment to ensure dimensional part integrity.
• Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and assist in preventative maintenance when necessary.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs
• Perform other related tasks including but not limited to performing housekeeping tasks, maintains 5S standards, and supports continuous improvement activities as required to keep the work area safe, clean and organized.
• Complete all training requirements and follows established procedures (FDA cGMP, ISO, OSHA, etc.).
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Technical field
• 6-12 months' work experience preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time effectively
• Familiarity with Production Machining, CAD, and technical specifications

Job Requirements:

• Able to frequently lift up to 35 pounds unassisted
• Ability to bend, stoop and use hands unencumbered
• Unaided visual acuity or corrected visual acuity should be at least 20/40 in each eye at infinity (20 feet) with the ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

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CONMED is an Equal Opportunity Employer & an Affirmative Action Employer. CONMED is a strong advocate of workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or veteran status. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision reaffirm this commitment.

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If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.