General Laborer - Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

SUMMARY: Machine Operator sets up, operates, and maintains production machinery to produce goods, following blueprints and instructions to ensure quality and efficiency. Key responsibilities include monitoring machine performance, performing minor maintenance and adjustments, conducting in-process inspections with measuring tools, and adhering to strict safety protocols in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Sets up, operates and adjusts machines (including computer-controlled equipment) according to established procedures to produce parts to specifications
• Observes machine operation to detect defects, performs in-process inspections using measuring tools, and adjusts maintain product quality
• Performs minor machine maintenance, such as cleaning and lubrication, and identifies and solves problems or malfunctions that arise
• Follows all company safety regulations, uses personal protective equipment, and reports unsafe conditions to maintain a safe work environment
• Accurately documents production data, including runtime, output, and any issues in systems
• Works cooperatively with other team members to ensure production schedules are met and the plant maintains an "audit ready" status
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• 0-1 year of work experience or a willingness to learn through on-the-job training
• Must be able to train on 1st shift for a few weeks before moving to 3rd shift
• Other skills required:
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic math and computer skills
  • Ability to read job orders
  • Physical stamina and strength for lifting and standing for long periods
    • Standing for 8+ hours per day, except for breaks
    • Typically lifting 20-50 pounds regularly
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve issues

• Ethics - Treats people with respect;
  Keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others;
  Works with integrity and ethically;
  Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Manages competing demands;
  Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
  Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time;
  Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent;
  Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Takes responsibility for own actions;
  Keeps commitments;
  Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
  Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Maintains confidentiality;
  Listens to others without interrupting;
  Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
  Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Demonstrates group presentation skills;
  Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures;
  Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time;
  Supports organization's goals and values;
  Benefits organization through outside activities;
  Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure;
  Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions;
  Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance;
  Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards;
  Completes work in timely manner;
  Strives to increase productivity;
  Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
  Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities;
  Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;
  Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
  Puts success of team above own interests;
  Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;
  Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Continually required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Continually work near moving mechanical parts
• Frequently exposure to…