This position is classified as full-time, non-exempt. Typical days and hours of work are Monday to Friday, (3:30pm to 1:00am). This position may require overtime and occasional weekend work.

The Machine Operator will safely control various machines and equipment involved in production.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

- Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications. Assigned machines may include wire drawing machines, grinders, mills, annealing furnaces, and similar equipment.

- Produces the required quantity of material within established specifications and tolerances.

- Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.

- Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded material.

- Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.

- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:

Production Manager

Supervision Exercised:

None

Qualifications Required Education & Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

- Associate’s degree OR completion of related apprenticeship program preferred.

- At least one year of related experience required.

- Completion of on-the-job training may be substituted for educational requirements.

Required Skills/Abilities

- Ability to follow directions and work well independently and in a team.

- Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.

- Must be able proficient in reading and understanding instructions in English

- Must be able to closely follow instructions and read documents.

- Must be able to communicate, verbally and written, with managers and coworkers.

- Must maintain quality practices and safety standards.

- Must be able to work overtime as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Schedule

- 10 hour shift

- 12 hour shift

- 8 hour shift

- Day shift

- Monday to Friday

- Overtime

- Weekends as needed

Education

- High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

- Machine Operator: 2 years (Required)

- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)

Language

- English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person