Overview
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Machine Operator to support daily production operations within a high-volume plastics manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for machine setup, startup, operation, troubleshooting, and quality assurance activities to ensure efficient production and consistent product quality.
The ideal candidate will have experience operating industrial equipment, maintaining production standards, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency while minimizing downtime and waste.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust, and operate manufacturing equipment according to established operating procedures and safety requirements.
- Monitor machine performance and production output to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met.
- Perform machine startups, changeovers, and basic operating adjustments as needed.
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance activities, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain continuous production flow.
- Read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, specifications, and production documentation.
- Perform quality inspections throughout the production process and accurately document inspection results.
- Ensure products meet established specifications and quality requirements.
- Communicate quality concerns, process deviations, or equipment issues to supervision and quality personnel.
- Monitor cycle times and production metrics against established standards.
- Collaborate with production teams to improve processes, increase efficiency, and reduce material waste.
- Maintain accurate production records, quality logs, machine settings, and operational documentation.
- Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Report food safety, product quality, or operational concerns as required.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Understanding of plastics manufacturing processes, machine operation, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of basic quality control methodologies and inspection procedures.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and process variations.
- Ability to monitor equipment performance and make appropriate operational adjustments.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to interpret technical documents, diagrams, and work instructions.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
- Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with plastics processing equipment, automated production systems, or similar industrial machinery.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, process improvement, or continuous improvement practices.
- Experience performing quality inspections and maintaining production documentation.
You should be proficient in:
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- machine operator
