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JOB TITLE: Front Cell Operator 

SHIFT: 1st (Mon-Thu, 5AM to 3PM) 

LOCATION: Norwell, MA

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

The Zildjian Company has been synonymous with setting the standard for the development and manufacture of high-performance musical instruments since 1623. As the world’s leading maker of cymbals, drumsticks and percussion mallets, Zildjian products are sold across the globe, under the Zildjian and Vic Firth brands, and are the standard to which all other cymbals, drumsticks and mallets are measured. From the beginner to the world’s greatest rock stars, jazz performers and concert percussionists, amateurs and pros alike chose Zildjian and Vic Firth products to allow them to experience and share the joy of music. Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts with offices in Los Angeles, CA and London, UK, Zildjian products are sold globally through distributors and via a network of dealers. All Zildjian products are made in the USA at our cymbal factory in Norwell, MA and drumstick/mallet factory in Newport, ME.

THE ZILDJIAN CULTURE: Our team is at the heart of our culture. We value family, innovation, and accountability. We strive to hire and develop the best and foster a culture of collaboration, communication and transparency. We are a driven and hardworking group of individuals that have fun growing these brands! 

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform duties of the Front Cell including set-up and run rotary hammers, back bend, and press product into shape as well as the set-up and operation of circle shear and wet blaster. Follow documented work/operating procedures to perform each task. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Reading and Filling out specification charts
• Transfer cymbals between work centers and load on machines
• Ensure proper equipment/tools are used in the machine set up process
• Operate die handling equipment for the use of pressing product into shape
• Work closely with the Team leader and other cell members and communicate effectively across departments and shifts
• Maintain established quality and throughput standards
• Follow prescribed safety precautions, established company and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and questionable conditions to proper supervision
• Maintain work area(s) and equipment in a clean, orderly, and safe condition with a focus on housekeeping and 5S standards
• Maintain daily production and other records as required
• Conduct preventative maintenance on machines as requested and complete documentation in the maintenance tracking system
• Perform other related duties as required or directed

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may be required to perform other non-essential functions. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work under general supervision, proceed along on regular duties, referring questionable cases to supervisor or others.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and/or EXPERIENCE: Requires High School Diploma or Equivalent. Preference given to 2-3 years working with metal forming processes. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is expected. This position requires reading, writing, adding, subtracting, and simple arithmetic as well as the carrying out of instructions. The role also requires the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required. 

TECHNICAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, and/or LICENSES: Awareness of OSHA and safety procedures

REASONING ABILITY: Requires the use of some judgment to comply with instructions and standard procedures, methods or practices involving the making of minor decisions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Requires reading, writing, adding, subtracting, decimals, fractions, simple arithmetic that is involved in carrying out work instructions.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Challenging working conditions due to elevated temperatures and humidity. Countermeasures are in place to maximize work comfort. Continuous mental and visual attention; Usually repetitive work or diversified operations constant alertness or activity. Required to walk, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls: reach with hands and arms; balance; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, heat, fumes, noise, vibration, water, oil, etc. but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable. Employee is required to wear safety glasses, safety gloves, and ear protection as well as other PPE specific to their activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (If Applicable): This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.