Wafer Fabrication Operator jobs in Waukegan, IL

Job Summary: The Fabrication Machine Operator II is an intermediate-level machine operator position in the Company. The FMO II may be responsible for operations and/or set-up any fabricating equipment including press brakes, turrets, laser, drilling and milling, lathe and saw machines to perform a variety of metal cutting, bending, and shaping operations. The FMO II receives specific work assignments under general supervision and resolves most problems with limited supervisory assistance. All work is subject to first piece and final inspections and testing to minimize metal damage and control excess labor and material expense. The FMO II is expected to practice and adhere to the department’s 5-S standards and the Company’s Six Sigma principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:

• Reviews job/production orders and interprets accompanying prints and drawings to determine job requirements, check for accuracy of the information, and identify any discrepancies or special needs.
• Selects and/or verifies materials, processes, and equipment required to perform assigned jobs.
• Adjusts fabricating machine(s) according to required set-up including programs as authorized.
• Prepares and cleans product surfaces, as necessary, for the desired operation.
• Operates machines fabricating various components and structures.
• Monitors machine performance and output during production to ensure proper results.
• Cleans and maintains work area (daily), fabricating equipment and other tools of the trade.
• Works in a safe manner at all times.
• Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Physical Demands:

• Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 100 (infrequently, assisted lifting), 50 (frequently-assisted lifting).
• Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 200 (with assistance).
• Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body; occasional climbing or sitting.
• Working at heights off the ground: Not applicable.
• Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Work Environment:

• Work location(s): Metal fabrication/welding/assembly shop, plant grounds.
• Exposure to: Hot objects (burns), glare (flashing), sparks and flying objects (metal chips and scale), fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment, wet/humid (non-weather) conditions, inclement weather conditions, moving mechanical equipment, and noise levels of 85dBA or above.
• Personal protective equipment requirement: Safety glasses, ANSI safety shoes. Other protective clothing including gloves, outerwear and ear protection as necessary. Additional equipment as per job site requirements.

Position Requirements:

• Key skills, abilities and knowledge:
  • Basic knowledge of metal fabricating/forming practices and processes.
  • Working knowledge of operating procedures for laser, drill/mill, lathe, saw, press brake, and turret as assigned.
  • Ability to read and understand job specifications, shop drawings, and blueprints.
  • Ability to perform intermediate math computations associated with metal fabrication.
  • Knowledge of properties of structural metals and related items.
  • Skill in using and maintaining fabricating equipment and related tools of the trade including scales, protractors, fixed angle and radii gauges.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
• Experiential: Three or more years of specific fabricating machine (as assigned) experience.
• Educational: Formal apprenticeship training is desirable but not essential.
• Certificates, Licenses: Forklift operator certification.
• Other: Medical approval required where applicable (eye examination to operate laser).