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Machine Operator

CW RESOURCES, INC.
New Britain, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now for a Production Machine Operator Role!

Company Overview: CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We’re proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

  • Mission-based Meaningful Employment.
  • Exceptional Employees.
  • Employee Wellness Coordinator.
  • Employer Sponsored Benefits Includes:
    • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision.
    • Telemedicine.
    • Retirement Plan & Match Options.
    • Disability Plans.
    • Life Insurance – Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Group Term Life.
    • Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick time.
  • Voluntary Benefits Offered Includes:
    • Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life.
Role And Responsibilities

We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficiently operating and maintaining manufacturing machinery, ensuring seamless production workflows while adhering to safety and quality standards.

  • Set up and operate packaging machinery for each production run, ensuring that all settings, tools, and materials are properly prepared to meet production targets and quality standards.
  • Operate machinery efficiently, monitoring performance to maintain a steady and consistent production flow throughout each shift.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks on machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, replacing parts, and conducting thorough inspections to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
  • Record key production data, such as output levels, machine performance, and any issues encountered during the shift, and report any anomalies to supervisors for further action.
  • Ensure all production documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and submitted in a timely manner for tracking and reporting purposes.
  • Assist in disassembling machinery for cleaning and sterilization, ensuring all components are properly sanitized and reassemble equipment to prepare for the next production cycle.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by shutting down machinery, clearing debris, and securing tools and materials at the end of each shift.
  • Replace or adjust packaging materials such as films, zippers, or valves to prevent delays in the production process and ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications

  • Technical or vocational training in machine operation or manufacturing processes is a plus.
  • Proven experience in a production or manufacturing setting.
  • Proven experience with operating packaging machinery or similar equipment.
  • Basic understanding of machine setup, operation, and routine inspections.
  • Basic understanding of OSHA safety regulations and food safety standards.
  • Ability to troubleshoot machinery and equipment malfunctions.
  • Ability to clearly communicate any production challenges or machine-related issues.

Preferred Skills

  • Machine operator certifications such as Certified Production Technician (CPT), Certified Machine Operator, or a related field.
  • Solid knowledge of basic machine mechanics, including gears, motors, conveyors, and other production machinery.
  • Advanced ability to troubleshoot machinery and equipment malfunctions.
  • Ability to monitor machine performance and ensure production runs meet quality standards.

Physical Demands & Environmental Demands

  • Ability to operate machinery, handle controls, and make quick adjustments during production processes.
  • Must be able to lift materials and machinery parts weighing up to 50 lbs or more as required.
  • Frequent handling of machine controls, loading materials, and inspecting products.
  • Ability to bend, reach, or kneel to adjust machinery, clear jams, or inspect product quality.
  • Exposure to varying temperatures depending on the production environment (e.g., cooler or warmer areas).
  • High noise levels in the production area due to machinery operation.
  • Potential exposure to dust, fumes, or chemicals depending on the materials or processes involved.
  • Work may be performed under dim or harsh lighting, depending on the warehouse or production environment.
  • Work areas may be confined, requiring movement in tight spaces or around large machinery.
  • Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety shoes, and hearing protection.
  • Reasonable accommodations can be made.

If you meet these qualifications and are eager to start a new job with RW Solutions, we encourage you to APPLY today!!

We welcome all individuals to apply for this position. At CW, we are committed to maintaining a respectful and supportive work environment where all employees are valued for their contributions. All applicants will be given equal consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding discrimination.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: CW Group, Inc. Entities and Affiliates are committed to pay transparency and fairness. Salary ranges provided reflect the expected compensation based on experience, education, skills, qualifications, location and other relevant job-related factors, and may include additional components such as incentive compensation and benefits. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable laws and business needs (such as contractual obligations).

Copy and paste the link below into your web browser to view the posters pertaining to:

  • EEO and Pay Transparency: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.
  • Notification of Employee Rights Under Federal Labor Laws posters: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/olms/poster/labor-rights-federal-contractors. CW’s Self- Disclosure Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=zZj4MtUu00iOjM5NS60vhGhCUZaiq9RLhDLFapc8phdUQzRDRTlPUDNINzI3QTNUNEJONlZDSTZSMC4u&route=shorturl.
  • Please E-mail: hrhelp@cwresources.org to submit a request for accommodation with the application process.

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