Machine Operator

Overview People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

Snap-on Tools offers an excellent benefits package after only 30 days of service to include:

Three health insurance plans to choose from, one includes an employer contribution Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution. Vision and Dental Insurance plans An option for a Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Spending Account (FSA) Company paid life insurance, as well as short and long term disability coverage. Employee assistance program (EAP) Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance can be purchased at nominal rates Discounts on travel and company products including tools A tuition reimbursement program A 401K with an employer match/contribution at 3% Paid vacation, plus three days of paid time off for personal days 11 paid holidays A climate-controlled work environment with heating and air conditioning. Plus all of our associates are paid WEEKLY.

We presently have a full-time position for a Machine Operator at our Elkmont, Alabama Manufacturing Plant.The hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. central time with overtime including weekends as maybe deemed necessary. This position reports to the production supervisor.

Position Summary: The ability to set up, maintain and operate manual machinery as well as the ability to maintain and operate CNC machinery that meets productivity levels and quality standards. You will ensure the interminable and efficient running of production. The work to be performed is in a factory environment. If operating a CNC machine, the associate will NOT perform any set-ups or tooling changes on the CNC machine. This position may require overtime to include weekends. Responsibilities KEY TASKS

Set-up MANUAL machines (calibration, cleaning, etc.) to start a production cycle. Operate both manual and CNC machines. Set up, operate, or tend manual machines to cut, shear, punch, crimp, bend, or straighten material. Operate or tend manual CNC machines to cut, shear, punch, crimp, bend, or straighten material. Read and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation. Position and clamp stops, guides, and turntables. Adjust controls to set and regulate machining factors. Work against stops and guides or align layout marks with dies or cutting blades manually. Start and observe machine operation to reposition or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes. Inspect or measures parts, using ruler, gauges, and templates. Control and adjust machine settings. Make off-sets on both manual and CNC machines. Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines. Test operation of machines periodically. Resolve/fix issues that might occur during the shift. Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws. Change inserts on MANUAL machines and CNC machines. Edit MANUAL machines only, not CNC machines. Pull programs on MANUAL machines only, not CNC machines. Manually assemble parts using various hand tools to complete the process. Examine completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws. Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers. Set stops on machine beds and change dies. Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data. Prepare completed parts for shipment by boxing, labeling, weighting and crating. Document and complete