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GKN Automotive Plant 1 - Machine Operator - 2nd Shift in Newton, North Carolina

To operate machines within a team environment for the purpose of producing quality parts for customers while meeting production schedules in a cost efficient, profitable, and safe manner.

Key responsibilities

Understand lock out/ tag out procedures

Keep machine and work area clean and organized

Perform specific safety procedures on equipment safety in cell/line/dept./plant

Report safety issues

Meet or exceed department safety goals

Wear personal protective equipment

Meet or exceed Cell and Department quality and Plant goals

Understand / document all quality requirements per process

Master all process gauging

Identify / segregate discrepant material

Document and maintain DMR areas

Read and interpret all charts, print outs and pre ops

Perform 1st piece inspection using setup verification sheet

Read and interpret standardized work / process plans

Use computer equipment to enter and receive data

Report maintenance problems using the work order System

Understand, document and maintain maintenance and pre-op checklist

Understand and verify machine verification log / daily checks

Use FIFO and visual floor management at each process

Meet or exceed daily production goal / schedule

Adjust machine settings and troubleshooting-as applicable

Apply statistical methods-as required

Apply tooling requirements, sheets, life standards, changes and off-sets

Operate/inspect Hoist-if applicable

Perform autonomous maintenance-if applicable

Rework, scrap and non-conforming material process-as required

Rotate to other cells-if applicable

Participate in team meetings

Promote a teamwork environment

Support team (active and constructive role)

Understand dept. responsibilities and roles

Monitor tool life, notify supervisor/process engineer of issues and / or missed goals

Modify CNC programs for 2 technologies

Communicate effectively at shift change

Communicate effectively with team and supervisor

Understand department responsibilities and role

Understand and maintain hourly production boards

Train in principle skills ( LELC )

Understand, apply and react to SPC measurements

Confirm all shop order confirmations in SAP

Understand and perform packing as required

Comply with assigned work schedule

GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN Automotive. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation.

GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.

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