Machine Operator

Pay: $18.00–$21.00/hour + $0.75 shift differential Shifts: * 1st: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM * 2nd: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM * 3rd: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Role Join our team as a Manufacturing Machine Operator! We’re hiring for multiple positions in a dynamic rubber manufacturing environment. These roles involve operating specialized machinery, ensuring product quality, and supporting production goals in a fast-paced setting. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Machines in Operation * Stamper Operator: Operate press machines to punch tiles, auto-stack products, and perform quality checks. Preferred experience with HMI control panels. * Reroller Operator: Final stage of production; use forklift and hoist to cut rolls to customer specifications and prepare for shipping. * Mix Operator: Combine wet and dry materials, load molds, and secure lids. Requires comfort in confined spaces for machine clean-out; heavy equipment experience preferred. * Lamination Operator: Highly technical role with 3-month training; work with chemicals and advanced machinery as part of a 4-person team. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key Responsibilities * Operate machine safely and efficiently * Perform quality inspections and ensure compliance with standards * Input and retrieve data from ERP systems * Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members * Maintain attention to detail while managing machine interfaces ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Qualifications * Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods * Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment * Basic math and computer skills; ERP experience preferred * Safety-conscious and able to work overtime as needed ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Work Environment * Rubber manufacturing facility * Loud, dusty, and not climate-controlled * PPE required: safety glasses, steel/composite toe boots, ear protection

Summary: The Machine Operator provides cut materials by setting up and operating cutting/splicing machinery.  Prepares, assembles, and tests assemblies in accordance with WO information, customer specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.   Duties/Responsibilities:  * Operating knife cutter to accurately cut gaskets based on part number and drawing on file. * Die cutting gaskets using clicker presses, PRECO & rotary presses. * Perform inspection and packing operation.  Ensuring the correct packaging materials are used. * Cutting extruded materials to specified lengths. * Splicing O-rings and packaging per Work order specs * Working to achieve maximum productivity and exceed time allocated without compromising quality. * Maintain good housekeeping. * Perform required inspection as directed per work instructions. * Segregate and identify unacceptable goods for disposition per nonconforming material and service procedures and instructions. * Observe all Company safety guidelines, wear prescribed safety attire, and work safely at all times. * Be aware of guidelines for physical security of manufacturing and assembly areas. * Perform any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the management.   Experience Requirements: 2+ years working in a manufacturing environment.    Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  * Able to lift up to 15 lbs. * Long periods of standing * Work on jobs that require repetitive work and motion (packaging kits) * Discern minor differences (quality inspection of product)   Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday.  Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  Accept occasional overtime.   Required Education and Experience:  High school diploma or GED / Experience preferred.   Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.