Machine OperatorAlamo Group Ag Americas, LLC is currently recruiting for a Machine Operator to join the Alamo Group Ag Americas Team in Selma, Alabama.Alamo Group Ag Americas, Inc., a member of the Alamo Group family of companies, is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Alamo Group Ag Americas' products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments.Alamo Group Ag Americas Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.Position Summary:Bush Hog, RhinoAG, and Dixie Chopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agricultural and Outdoor Power Equipment industries.
The Machine Operator II is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention. The Machine Operator II, under general supervision, will set up and run multiple production machines such as but not limited to presses, drill presses, threaders, press brakes, and rollers to perform repetitive operations or produce quality identical parts as specified by blueprints and procedures.Core Competencies for this position include:LearningPeople RelationsCommunicationPosition/Tech KnowledgeResults DrivenEssential Functions of the Job:Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetingsSet up, adjust and operate drill presses, presses, press brakes or roller machines to produce identical parts as specified by blueprintsMaintain production quantity, efficiency and quality on produced partsExamine parts for quality compliance using blueprints, calipers, micrometers, tapes and high level mathPerform preventative maintenance on machinesLocate and move parts as needed using a walk behind liftAbility to train othersPerform all other duties assigned by SupervisorKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):Capable of performing standard measurements using geometric tools (Tape Measure, Protractor, etc.)High level math and reading skills neededAbility to understand and follow detailed instructions and make minor decisions involving some judgment in carrying out instructionsMinimum dexterity required for use of hand and power toolsAbility to operate under pressureAbility to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistanceMust have good communication skills, both verbal and writtenValid Drivers LicenseEducation and Experience:High School diploma or GED required1 year experience as a Machine Operator I requiredWorking Conditions:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Conditions for this position include the ability to work in cramped spaces, to stand approximately 8 hours per day, able to stoop and reach around on a constant basis, able to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing plant environment, able to see, hear, speak and use hands and fingers to use tools and equipment.