Control operator job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example control operator requirements on a job description
Control operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in control operator job postings.
Sample control operator requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Proficient in operating control panels and systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Physically capable of standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time
Sample required control operator soft skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing work schedules and priorities
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and take direction
Control operator job description example 1
LAIKA control operator job description
The Motion Control Operator is responsible for designing, programming, and executing camera moves and special effects camera passes for stop motion feature film production.
Essential Job Functions
Handle technically challenging moves and be ready to problem solve with the Director, Director of Photography and lighting Cameraperson. Operate with intimate knowledge of the Kuper motion control system. Ensure the correct and timely recording of all background and additional passes essential to a shot within a reasonable time frame adhering to the shooting schedule. Troubleshoot technical problems associated with motion control rigs. Collaborate with the engineering department to ensure that machinery is safe, clean and in good working condition. Handle move and set-up of motion control rigs and other motion control support gear between the working stages. Ensure that motion control rigs plus related equipment is set up in a safe, operational, and efficient manner for each filming day. Work with artists and crew utilizing the stage space.
Qualifications
3+ years industry experience as a Motion Control Operator. Experience in stop motion animation preferred especially at feature, episodic and commercials level. Knowledge of on-set animation and motion control. Working knowledge of camera and lighting equipment and an understanding of camera angles and lighting techniques. Proficiency with Kuper motion control system and Dragonframe software. Ability to multi-task, switch tasks quickly and efficiently as priorities change. Ability to combine creativity with technical skills. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment safety. Good communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all levels within the organization. Ability to work as a team member. Detail oriented.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical stage conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.
Location
On-site in Hillsboro, OR
Salary
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Please review our Employment Disclaimer and Materials Submission Agreement.
Essential Job Functions
Handle technically challenging moves and be ready to problem solve with the Director, Director of Photography and lighting Cameraperson. Operate with intimate knowledge of the Kuper motion control system. Ensure the correct and timely recording of all background and additional passes essential to a shot within a reasonable time frame adhering to the shooting schedule. Troubleshoot technical problems associated with motion control rigs. Collaborate with the engineering department to ensure that machinery is safe, clean and in good working condition. Handle move and set-up of motion control rigs and other motion control support gear between the working stages. Ensure that motion control rigs plus related equipment is set up in a safe, operational, and efficient manner for each filming day. Work with artists and crew utilizing the stage space.
Qualifications
3+ years industry experience as a Motion Control Operator. Experience in stop motion animation preferred especially at feature, episodic and commercials level. Knowledge of on-set animation and motion control. Working knowledge of camera and lighting equipment and an understanding of camera angles and lighting techniques. Proficiency with Kuper motion control system and Dragonframe software. Ability to multi-task, switch tasks quickly and efficiently as priorities change. Ability to combine creativity with technical skills. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment safety. Good communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all levels within the organization. Ability to work as a team member. Detail oriented.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical stage conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.
Location
On-site in Hillsboro, OR
Salary
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Please review our Employment Disclaimer and Materials Submission Agreement.
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Control operator job description example 2
Alcoa control operator job description
About the location
Alcoa's U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters (ACC), Alcoa's Technology Center (ATC), four smelters, hydroelectric power and a calcined coke plant. Alcoa “Warrick” based in Newburgh, Indiana just outside of Evansville, IN has been present in the lives of many families in our community for over 60 years. We've grown and we've matured together. Now we are looking for our next generation of leaders to guide us into the future.You can be one of them! Join us and get ready to experience endless opportunities!
About the job
About Alcoa: Alcoa (NYSE: AA) is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, with a strong portfolio of value-added cast and rolled products and substantial energy assets. Alcoa is built on a foundation of strong values and operating excellence dating back nearly 130 years to the world-changing discovery that made aluminum an affordable and vital part of modern life. Since inventing the aluminum industry, and throughout our history, our talented Alcoans have followed on with breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate.
To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, Alcoa provides an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment! In addition to medical benefits, Alcoa also offers, 401k options, starting pay of $28.51per hour, opportunities for overtime, and a flexible DuPont schedule.
Job Description
Maintain proper pot operation in assigned section by checking pot errors through visual inspection, millvolt readings, or process control computer information VDT, correct problems such as maintaining proper current distribution, changing pot voltage, maintain line/amps voltage distribution, eliminate/suppress anode effects, cover anodes to avert air burns, keep records of pot operation via VDT or SPC control charts.Tap pots using siphon, vacuum cruce, and siphon lid.Jack bridges, maintain clean bus contact surfaces, and check and adjust clamp drop.Operate overhead crane.Tap and add molten bath and molten aluminum to all pots.Operate tap button and three-way wall switch as required.Distribute alumina and bath to pots using charging bucket.Break in crust with crust breaker, remove old anodes and replace new anodes using set gauges.Distribute new anode, clean bath from butts, transfer butts in potrooms, and take rods to rod rack.Add process materials to pots and maintain correct spread in pots.Maintain tools, deck plates, bridges, roller and buss guards.Perform limited painting.
Job Qualifications:
High school diploma or GEDMinimum of one year previous work experience Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Alcoa's U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters (ACC), Alcoa's Technology Center (ATC), four smelters, hydroelectric power and a calcined coke plant. Alcoa “Warrick” based in Newburgh, Indiana just outside of Evansville, IN has been present in the lives of many families in our community for over 60 years. We've grown and we've matured together. Now we are looking for our next generation of leaders to guide us into the future.You can be one of them! Join us and get ready to experience endless opportunities!
About the job
About Alcoa: Alcoa (NYSE: AA) is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, with a strong portfolio of value-added cast and rolled products and substantial energy assets. Alcoa is built on a foundation of strong values and operating excellence dating back nearly 130 years to the world-changing discovery that made aluminum an affordable and vital part of modern life. Since inventing the aluminum industry, and throughout our history, our talented Alcoans have followed on with breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate.
To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, Alcoa provides an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment! In addition to medical benefits, Alcoa also offers, 401k options, starting pay of $28.51per hour, opportunities for overtime, and a flexible DuPont schedule.
Job Description
Maintain proper pot operation in assigned section by checking pot errors through visual inspection, millvolt readings, or process control computer information VDT, correct problems such as maintaining proper current distribution, changing pot voltage, maintain line/amps voltage distribution, eliminate/suppress anode effects, cover anodes to avert air burns, keep records of pot operation via VDT or SPC control charts.Tap pots using siphon, vacuum cruce, and siphon lid.Jack bridges, maintain clean bus contact surfaces, and check and adjust clamp drop.Operate overhead crane.Tap and add molten bath and molten aluminum to all pots.Operate tap button and three-way wall switch as required.Distribute alumina and bath to pots using charging bucket.Break in crust with crust breaker, remove old anodes and replace new anodes using set gauges.Distribute new anode, clean bath from butts, transfer butts in potrooms, and take rods to rod rack.Add process materials to pots and maintain correct spread in pots.Maintain tools, deck plates, bridges, roller and buss guards.Perform limited painting.
Job Qualifications:
High school diploma or GEDMinimum of one year previous work experience Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
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Control operator job description example 3
Cree control operator job description
At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way.
We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.
Enjoy doing things that people say can't be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave.Student? We offer continuing education assistance.Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.
Here's the Gist:
Wolfspeed is seeking a strategic Finance Leader, working out of the corporate headquarters in Durham, NC. This position will have a significant impact to Wolfspeed's Operations strategy and financial management reporting through the VP of Operations Finance. The individual will perform a variety of duties, primarily focused on financial reporting, process and systems improvement, costing and controls.
The Day-to-Day:
Partner with Operations, IT and Procurement leaders to improve subcontractor processes and control framework Work with Costing team to understand and analyze costing variances created at subcontractor locations Ensure Factory Controller understands spend in compliance with subcontractor agreements Manage planning and actual reporting cycles for operations finance in compliance with corporate schedule. Consolidate and report performance and forecast to executive level.Enable maximum automation in reporting, helping drive execution to commitment and incremental financial analysis Optimize business processes between operations finance and costing to help enable improved costing and compliance both of subcon and internal manufacturing operations Lead group finance analysts and continue to grow and develop Wolfspeed talent pipeline
This Job is Right for You if You Have (Minimum Requirements)
BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting5-8 years of experience in Accounting & Finance roles Deep process improvement experience Strong project management skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills Ability to work with teams in international time zones
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Finance or AccountingCPA or CMAExperience with Oracle / SAP / Hyperion / OneStreamFinance experience within a Manufacturing environment Experience working with subcontractor partners
This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
To put it legally - Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.
Enjoy doing things that people say can't be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave.Student? We offer continuing education assistance.Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.
Here's the Gist:
Wolfspeed is seeking a strategic Finance Leader, working out of the corporate headquarters in Durham, NC. This position will have a significant impact to Wolfspeed's Operations strategy and financial management reporting through the VP of Operations Finance. The individual will perform a variety of duties, primarily focused on financial reporting, process and systems improvement, costing and controls.
The Day-to-Day:
Partner with Operations, IT and Procurement leaders to improve subcontractor processes and control framework Work with Costing team to understand and analyze costing variances created at subcontractor locations Ensure Factory Controller understands spend in compliance with subcontractor agreements Manage planning and actual reporting cycles for operations finance in compliance with corporate schedule. Consolidate and report performance and forecast to executive level.Enable maximum automation in reporting, helping drive execution to commitment and incremental financial analysis Optimize business processes between operations finance and costing to help enable improved costing and compliance both of subcon and internal manufacturing operations Lead group finance analysts and continue to grow and develop Wolfspeed talent pipeline
This Job is Right for You if You Have (Minimum Requirements)
BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting5-8 years of experience in Accounting & Finance roles Deep process improvement experience Strong project management skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills Ability to work with teams in international time zones
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Finance or AccountingCPA or CMAExperience with Oracle / SAP / Hyperion / OneStreamFinance experience within a Manufacturing environment Experience working with subcontractor partners
This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
To put it legally - Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024