Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Quality Engineering, Assembly
About the Opportunity:
Job Title:
Machine Operator
Pay Rate: $19.75/hr
Location:
Litchfield, MN
Schedule:
3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday 10:45PM-7:15AM
Position Type:
Temp to Hire
Requirements and
Qualifications:
Learn additional department/value stream processes as needed.
Perform secondary operations such as trimming or clipping parts as needed.
May inspect and process, under magnification, parts per the SOP/PSOP to ensure quality and customer specifications.
Provide assistance in other departments as needed with supervision.
Set the example by actively contributing to department and company goals.
Clarify expectations and seek additional training as needed.
Build quality into your work. Ensure processes are consistent with quality objectives. Be aware of current quality opportunities.
Make suggestions for improvements in areas of quality, cost reduction, delivery and productivity.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
This position requires that you work in a clean room environment, wearing a gown, gloves, hairnet, and other garments as required to ensure a clean, safe and sterile environment.
Ability to work well with others.
Able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Must be able to follow detailed work instructions and video aids and read features of blueprints.
Ability to multi-task assigned job duties and work unsupervised.
Ability to learn and consistently apply effective production and operational principles and practices.
Ability to learn and use microscope.
Ability to use small hand tools (for example: tweezers, exacto knives).
Ability to multi-task assigned job duties and work unsupervised.
Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
Physical & Lifting requirements:
Standing and Sitting (Maintain stationary position).
Moving/Mobility (Walking).
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, etc.
Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 40lbs.
Using hands/Fingers to Grasp/Handle/Feel.
Seeing (Detect, determine, perceive, identify, ect).
Talking/Hearing (Communicate/ Exchange Info)
Travel as required.
Nights/Weekends/Holidays/Shift work as required.
Overtime as required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate molding machine in a safe and efficient manner using designated tools.
Follow all start up and shut down /OPPM procedures.
Read, comprehend and perform duties as outline in the work instructions and supporting documentation such as, APQPs, shop cards, NCMR, MPSF, and request forms.
Accurately record/communicate production data and react appropriately to out of control conditions. Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) at all times.
Maintain acceptable housekeeping standards at all times to ensure a safe and productive work environment for all employees.
Communicate effectively with team lead, supervisor, finishing operators or others regarding part quality.
Precisely follow all forms of work instructions, visual aids, performance data and procedures for processes and general work practices.
Consistently meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining excellent product quality.
Keep accurate counts on parts to ensure quantities match the job traveler and ERP system.
Perform secondary operations such as trimming or clipping parts as needed.
May inspect and process, under magnification, parts per the work instructions to ensure quality and customer specifications.
Continually suggest and support implementation of ideas to improve safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery; work to help make a better company and better place to work.
Follow standard safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance.
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