2nd Shift Machine Operator – Knoxville Manufacturing

Woodstream Corporation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodstream Corporation is hiring a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role focuses on safety, quality and throughput, with responsibility for optimizing equipment across work centers and contributing to team problem-solving.

Essential duties include producing compliant parts, monitoring quality with gauges, and performing regular adjustments. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic English reading/writing skills.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic problem solving skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• High School Diploma/GED required or 1–2 years’ experience in a mechanical trade.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Produce parts/products meeting specified quality requirements.
• Use gauges/tools to monitor quality.
• Perform minor/ frequent adjustments as per task lists.
• Maintain and support continuous operations per schedules.
• Maximize machine efficiency and throughput; seek help for equipment failure.
• Collaborate with team to achieve goals and share knowledge.
• Cross-train co-workers and integrate temporary workers as needed.
• Identify problems and suggest improvements; participate in solutions.
• Operate safely and follow safety policies at all times.
• Keep work area neat and organized during/after shift.
• Record data concisely and clearly; communicate appropriately.
• Assist in operations to meet production requirements.

Skills

Basic math

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

1–2 years mechanical trade experience

Job description

Woodstream Corporation is hiring a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role focuses on safety, quality and throughput, with responsibility for optimizing equipment across work centers and contributing to team problem-solving.

Essential duties include producing compliant parts, monitoring quality with gauges, and performing regular adjustments. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic English reading/writing skills.