The Machine Operator is responsible for operating the exit door system and related controls on the plate line to ensure steel is processed accurately, safely, and efficiently. This position supports the Plate Line Operator by monitoring machine functions, verifying dimensions, maintaining proper tension and pressure, assisting with setup and maintenance activities, and ensuring finished material meets Camden Yards Steel quality standards.

• Operate the plate line exit door console and exit table.
• Set end stops and verify cut lengths according to work orders.
• Monitor machine pressure, tension, and control panel indicators.
• Perform pre-operational equipment inspections.
• Assist the Plate Line Operator with production setup and operation.
• Assist with blade changes and maintenance activities.
• Verify sheet length, width, and gauge using measuring devices.
• Cut, place, recover, and organize wood blocking.
• Apply accurate material identification tags.
• Maintain inventory of wood, gloves, and workstation supplies.
• Communicate with crane operators, laborers, supervisors, quality, and maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and assist other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to read work orders, tape measures, and micrometers.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to safety.
• Prior industrial experience is preferred

Physical Requirements: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands/fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock when in the operations or laboratory areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to the open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.
Disclaimer: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.