Machine Operator

Purpose Statement:

Machine Operator 1 is responsible for operating and maintaining machinery including printers, laminators, collators, press machine, etc. They must have a general understanding of the machines they work with. Machine Operators take care of all machine-specific functions such as configuring the equipment, loading, and operating the machines, and optimizing the machine capability. They should be a self-starter and should be willing to undergo training, if need be, to understand the operations of new equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for producing a quality product that meets all internal and customer regulations.
• Effectively communicates as required with team members and team Lead.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery.
• Operate tools to aid in the manufacturing process.
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and solve problems as detected.
• Work with others to ensure that equipment is in proper working order.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpreting work orders.
• Ensuring that all products are in compliance with QA standards.
• Consistently meet minimum required production, accuracy or quality standards for the work performed.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Experience & Qualifications

Required

• Ability to speak and read English.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to perform tasks that are repetitive.
• Must be able to read instructions from an order invoice.
• Excellent math skills, problem-solving, computers, and mechanics.
• Must be deadline oriented and have the ability to prioritize work.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to focus in a high activity environment.
• Must be able to tolerate working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes.
• Must be available to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work flexible hours depending on business demands.

Preferred

• 6 months minimum experience operating manufacturing machines.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Bilingual English - Spanish
• Analytical Skills.
• Critical thinking.

Education

• High School Diploma, GED. Relevant experience may be substituted for education.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach for, and carry objects with hands and arms.
• Communicate verbally with co-workers and management.
• The employee is required to stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance.
• Must be able to work in an environment with a high level of noise.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to see up close, differentiate between colors, proper depth perception, ability to adjust focus and keen eye for detail.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.