<p>Machine Operator - $17.00/hr. plus 7% quarterly incentive 1st- Shift</p> <p>Who we are looking for:</p> <p>We are currently searching for a Machine Operators to be based out of Kokomo, IN. Reporting to Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator will be responsible for operating machines, receiving manufacturing orders to cut, bend, swage, or punch while following customer specifications and packaging by bundle, box or square collar.</p> <p>What you'll do:</p> <ul> <li>Adherence to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules is paramount </li><li>Demonstrate core values </li><li>Check and receive manufacturing orders </li><li>Bending, cutting, swaging, punching </li><li>Set-up skids, racks and hex bundles </li><li>Banding, packaging and knowledge of supplies </li><li>Quality checking OD, gauge, length and packaging requirements </li><li>Problem solving </li><li>Standard work training, 5S, lean sustainment and problem solving </li><li>Obtaining quality product and meeting customer packaging requirements </li><li>Communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with strategic planning focus </li><li>All duties as instructed by supervision </li></ul> <p>What You'll bring:</p> <ul> <li>High school degree or GED equivalent </li><li>One year of manufacturing experience is preferred </li><li>Team approach </li><li>Strong math skills </li><li>Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines </li><li>Ability to distinguish various cosmetic flaws </li><li>Lean concept sustainment & problem-solving skills </li><li>Safety action orientated </li><li>Ability to give verbal instruction, build positive relationships, and good organizational skills </li><li>Flexibility of shift schedule including overtime and weekends </li><li>Must possess an outgoing positive attitude, be a team player and have strong work ethic </li><li>Demonstrates Atkore Core Behaviors - Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence </li></ul> <p>Within 3 months, you'll:</p> <ul> <li>Complete all required training. </li><li>Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore's strategy. </li><li>Gain an understanding of your team. </li><li>Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns. </li></ul> <p>Who we are:</p> <p>Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.</p> <p>Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!</p>