Setup Operator - 2nd shift, $21.74 hourly + Shift premium

Setup Operator - 2nd shift, $21.74 hourly + Shift premium

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more .

Position Summary:

The Set-Up Operator positions set-up and operate machine tools and equipment in their designated department, such as welding machines, punch or brake presses, hang and assembly equipment according to specifications, tooling instructions, and standard charts, applying knowledge of machining methods.

Essential Functions:

- Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures.  Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards.
- Take an active role in caring for the equipment to prevent breakdowns and defects and help increase overall equipment efficiency through 5S, TPM (total productive maintenance), and other Lean Manufacturing initiatives directed by the Sedalia site.
- The employee who holds this position will be responsible for all aspects of general equipment effectiveness and reliability, along with total productive maintenance and equipment setup.  He/she will also be responsible for all aspects of general equipment preventive/ corrective maintenance including: TPM checklist completion, performing minor machine repairs/ rebuilds, knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical systems, plumbing repair and installation, basic knowledge of hydraulic / pneumatic systems, inspecting equipment for needed repairs and entering work order information into the system for scheduling of work and performing preventative maintenance procedures on all equipment as required.
- Minor equipment modifications also required of all equipment.  Some examples of the level of modifications include machine guarding, sensor locations, and equipment improvements.
- The Set-Up Operator II shall be capable of performing all of the diversified set-up operations along with following all plant and department safety rules and meeting satisfactory performance requirements.
- Additional responsibilities include good housekeeping and other assignments as directed by the Supervisor.
- The Set-Up Operator II shall be able to work overtime as requested and posted by management.
- The employee shall be capable of setting up, adjusting and operating all Departmental Welding Machines so that parts will be joined by a series of spot welds of acceptable quality as determined by departmental quality standards.
- The set-up operator shall be capable of controlling the required dimensions by use of jigs and fixtures as furnished.  He/she shall be capable of determining the number of welds and contact cycles as well as regulate current, set such automatic timing devices as are included on the equipment, rig the necessary equipment for welding and positioning work.
- The employee shall be capable of changing and dressing electrodes, repositioning arms and/or heads, and in any other way be capable of preparing the equipment to do the work necessary for the job involved.
- Train all new hires and ship ins.
- The employee shall also be capable of setting up, adjusting and operating punch presses and press brakes to perform a wide variety of forming, notching, bending, and punching operations, on a diversified line of products.  The associate must be capable of setting up dies and gauges as well as adjusting ram stroke to form materials to proper angle to the capability of the machine.
- The set-up operator shall be capable of determining the sequence of multiple pass operations to make required bends on complicated sections.

- The operator shall be capable of working from drawings and/or blueprints and possess the necessary knowledge of measuring instruments needed.
- The set-up person shall be capable of hanging all products & have the knowledge of designing hang patterns. He/she shall be capable of changing the line over to set hang patterns and speeds according to the schedule. He/she shall know what hooks and drops are needed for the product being hung. He/she will be capable of training new and borrowed in associates on safe and proper hanging techniques.
- The set-up person shall be capable of operating all machines in assembly and have the knowledge of all assembly functions. He/she shall be capable of setting-up the case sealer, label machines and destackers while determining and making the required settings and/or adjustments; changing the ribbon and labels on all label machines in E-Coat and Static Assembly; maintaining all air tools for E-Coat and Static Assembly; maintaining and set-up of the dropfront panel rivet machines, panel knob machine, and lock rod rivet machine.
- The set-up operator shall be capable of running all rollformers in the department.  Make any adjustments at forming stations, or punch press section.  Operator shall be capable of loading coils, reading prints, set up machine, and maintain quality standards.

What You’ll Receive:

You’ll receive a competitive wage and a great benefits plan:

- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development: 
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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