Machine Operator

Job Summary

This is an onsite position located at our Hernando, MS facility.

This position has responsibility and authority to perform all machine operator functions. Manufacture production and/or prototype devices/articles/customer products using manual and/or CNC/NC machine tools – Swiss, mill, lathe and EDM – applying industry standard machine tool techniques ensuring that the customer product requirements and Tegra Medical requirements are met while meeting the requirements of the quality policy and quality objective of Tegra Medical ISO 13485 quality management system.

Role and Responsibilities 

• Perform job assignments on manual and/or CNC/NC machines.
• Perform manual machine operations that are set up by machinists
• Monitor CNC machines that are set up by machinists. Notify Machinists to make adjustments to machines to keep product dimensions in tolerance.
• Responsible for production of quality products including inspection, measure, test and de-burr manufactured components/assemblies as instructed.
• Responsible for following Quality Policy, all quality system requirements and procedures and work instructions as well as any additional customer requirements. 
• Responsible for Quality Objectives results of his/her work assignment area.
• Responsible for following company safety and environmental procedures/practices.
• Responsible for ensuring the work area is kept clean and organized at all times.
• May perform and or assist in scheduled preventive maintenance. 
• Performs other tasks and follow written/verbal direction from supervisor or manager.

Level of Skill, Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant experience operating or setting up machinery is a plus but not required.
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude towards teamwork and learning.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent performing repetitive work.
• Occasional lifting (max. 40 lbs.)
• Occasional carrying (max. 40 lbs.)
• Subject to physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
• Constant safety glasses
• Constant full PPE 
• Frequent standing
• Occasional sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching.