Bender Operator

Job Location: Sidney, OH

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Shifts Available and Hours: Day Shift

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain a Productivity and efficiency rating of 85%
• Stop production and contact the Supervisor when quality problems are detected.
• Inform Supervisors when machines and/or tools break down.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area for all.  Good housekeeping is a must.
• Always exhibit a professional and positive approach.
• Must be willing to cross-train on other jobs throughout the plant, as needed.
• Make certain all-applicable safety equipment is in proper working order before operating a tool.  Report any safety concerns to Supervisor immediately.
• Make periodic checks to ensure assembled component parts match the samples supplied by the Supervisor, or Set-Up Person.  Perform all required SPC.
• Check the material to ensure that it is not defective.
• Ensure that correct Hydro part numbers, customer part numbers, and piece counts are marked on each rack, cart, or skid that is sent to the next internal operation or packaged for shipment.
• Properly identify and account for all scrap before leaving the area or the general production area.  Complete all required documentation.
• Work to increase productivity and quality in the assembly area and/or the general production area. Make suggestions to improve the quantity and quality of finished product.
• When conditions dictate, overtime may be required (with little or no prior notification).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment is required.
• Ability to make minor offset adjustments.
• Knowledge of quality standards, specs, and requirements.
• Knowledge of Safety procedures including entry procedure.
• Ability to load and unload.
• Knowledge of machine recovery procedures for when it errors out.
• Ability to complete process control checks.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to read/write small numbers and letters.  Must be able to make arithmetic calculations.
• Must be able to perform several tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to respond quickly to problems; ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers in both written and verbal form.
• Must be able to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Must always follow plant-wide safety procedures.
• Must pass a drug/alcohol screen and physical exam.  (Note: Accommodations will be made in accordance with The Americans with Disabilities Act).
• Must be able to lift approximately twenty to fifty (20-50) pounds frequently during an eight to ten hour shift.
• Must successfully complete a ninety (90) day orientation period.