Machine Operator Shaft Line
- Location
- Mena, AR · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 29 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- CNC lathe operation
- blueprint reading
- preventive maintenance
Also useful
- machining certification
About the role
We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.
All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.
Job Summary
Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate CNC and Manual Lathes
- Complete daily PM’s
- Comply with company quality and safety guidelines
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area
- Perform daily, weekly and monthly PM’s as outlined
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies: Technical/functional Skills & Knowledge
Minimum
- Strong attention to detail
- Self Motivated
Preferred
- Ability to work independently
- Dependability
- Ability to read prints
- Ability to read tape measure
- Ability to read micrometers, snap gauges & other measuring devices
- Basic Computer skills
Minimum Qualifications
- None
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in CNC machining capacity
- High School Diploma or GED
- Machining Certification
- Ability to work in a Team oriented setting
- Good Communication skills – Verbal & Written
Physical Requirements
- Standing and Walking: More than 90%
- Close Vision: More than 50%
- Hand and Finger Dexterity: More than 70%
- Travel: Seldom
- Talking and Hearing: (via phone/in person)
- More than 20%
- Lifting (more than 30 lbs): Seldom
Additional information
This position description is meant to describe the typical kinds of duties or difficulty level that may be required of positions with this title. The use of a particular expression shall not limit or exclude other duties or difficulty levels not mentioned. This position description is not meant to limit or modify Nidec’s right to assign, direct or control the work assigned to this position.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
- Work Shift Schedule
- Third Shift (United States of America)
- No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
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. Employee must be able to wear the required PPE for the position.
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
From Nidec's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 11, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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