1st Shift Machine Operator - Chester, CT

HEICO; Chester (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Astroseal Products is hiring a Machine Operator for First Shift (Mon-Thu, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM). Compensation ranges from $19–$21 per hour. The role involves operating production machines, performing visual quality checks, and completing ERP entries.

Responsibilities include material handling, defect detection, precise measurements, and basic maintenance. Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Expanded mesh experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine material requirements.
• Check coil stock at machine to verify material requirements.
• Ensure correct position of material in take-up rolls and secure work product.
• Monitor high speed stamping presses that expand copper or aluminum metal.
• Detect defects or machine malfunctions and report promptly.
• Inspect product for visual defects and measure key points for accuracy.
• Log in/out of jobs and enter log information in ERP system.
• Perform minor machine maintenance such as adding oil to reservoirs.
• Move finished rolls to designated area with paperwork.
• Wear gloves, safety goggles and other PPE.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Skills

Basic math

Production paperwork

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Astroseal Products is a manufacturer of a non-woven metallic mesh used for lightning and shielding protection of composite structures. We offer highly competitive compensation, PTO and paid holidays, an excellent 401K plan with company match, and medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

We are currently seeking a Machine Operator to join our team for our FirstShift (Monday through Thursday 5:30AM to 4:00PM).

COMPENSATION:

The hiring range for this position is $19-$21/hour. This range is an estimate and the actual hourly rate may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

The Machine Operator will operate production machine tools following specified procedures for quality products. The Machine Operator will monitor machine operations, make quality visual checks and complete production paperwork and ERP entries.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read job specifications/travelers/log tickets to determine material requirements.
• Check coil stock at machine to verify correct material requirements.
• Ensure correct position of material in take-up rolls, adjust, and secure work product.
• Monitor multiple machines (high speed stamping press) that expand copper or aluminum metal.
• Detect defects or machine malfunction and report defects and malfunctions to supervisor immediately.
• Inspect product for visual defects such as broken strands and measure at key points using precision measuring instruments (i.e. precision magnifying loupe) to determine accuracy of machine operation during product cycle.
• Log in and out of jobs, accurately enter log information in ERP system.
• Perform minor machine maintenance, such as adding oil to machine reservoir.
• Remove finished rolls and move to designated area with completed paperwork.
• Wear common protective or safety equipment such as gloves, safety goggles, etc.
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean work area.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate/GED.
• One to three years related manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Expanded mesh experience a plus.

KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic math (i.e. compute square footage), the ability to read, understand and complete production paperwork.
• Knowledge of machines, tools, production processes, and quality control.
• Must be able to use production hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking and mechanical ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and use judgement and data information to draw valid conclusions.
• Strong organization skills, strict attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Constant (67-100%) use of hands and arms, reaching, bending and moving about production machinery in a light manufacturing environment. Position requires manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination. Work is not sedentary. Frequent (34-66%) pushing, moving, lifting material weighing up to 80 pounds.

Constant mental/visual attention involving close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus throughout the day. Performing dimensional inspection requires close visual attention.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/TRAVEL:

The incumbent regularly performs work in a medium production environment where individual is exposed to grease, chips, oil and normal production chemicals and hazards. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the factory environment can be loud.

Business travel is not required.