Operator

Job Description

The Operator is responsible for the safe operation of equipment while maintaining quality. The Operator continually adjusts machine controls, and monitors run conditions. The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Knows and follows all safety rules and procedures
• Maximizing production output while maintaining product quality and safe operations
• Assist with quality control checks
• Continual adjustments of gauges and digital control systems that adjust speed, temperature, and air pressure
• Training Assistant Operators, Manufacturing Helpers, and temporary contractors
• Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair functions to optimize machinery
• Using SAP to record daily production and downtime
• General maintenance and housekeeping of the area
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• 3+ years working in a manufacturing setting operating equipment
• 1-3 years’ experience as a machine operator with knowledge of process equipment, tooling, and set up procedures
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good safety record
• Good attendance record
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Intermediate communication skills
• Willingness to learn
• An understanding of basic math functions is required
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Capability and experience training others
• Self-Motivated
• Ability to work independently
• Proven success working in teams
• Available for overtime, weekends, holidays, flexible shifts, as needed
• Ability to safely lift (up to) 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Benefits and Perks

* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discounts
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid elder care
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.