3rd Shift Machine Operator

Somic America Inc; Brewer (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Somic America is seeking a Machining Operator to join its Manufacturing Department. This hands-on role involves setting up and operating machining equipment, performing quality checks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

You will work with a team focused on safety and quality while developing machining and technical skills. The position emphasizes following established work instructions, troubleshooting issues, and contributing ideas to improve processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated safety and quality mindset.
• Willingness to learn and develop machining skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machining equipment to produce parts that meet specifications.
• Perform hourly quality checks using gauges and in-process check sheets.
• Complete machine changeovers following established procedures.
• Monitor equipment for worn tools, malfunctions or abnormal conditions; report them.
• Make tooling adjustments and offsets as required.
• Change cutting tools and assist with machine setups as needed.
• Complete planned maintenance activities.
• Transact material through AIM and report safety, quality, or equipment concerns.
• Submit Kaizen ideas to improve processes.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machining OperatorLooking for a new challenge or ready to grow your skills at Somic America?We are currently looking for team members interested in joining our Manufacturing Department as a Machining Operator.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, working with machinery, solving problems, and being part of a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.What You’ll DoAs a Machining Operator, you’ll help keep our machining operations running safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:Set up and operate machining equipment to produce parts that meet specificationsPerform hourly quality checks using gauges and in-process check sheetsComplete machine changeovers following established proceduresMonitor equipment and identify worn tools, malfunctions, or unusual operating conditionsMake tooling adjustments and offsets as requiredChange cutting tools and assist with machine setupsComplete standardized work according to established work instructionsComplete assigned planned maintenance (PM) activitiesProperly transact material through AIMIdentify and report safety, quality, equipment, or material concernsHelp contain suspect material when quality concerns are identifiedSubmit Kaizen ideas and look for opportunities to make our processes betterWhat We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for someone who:Has a high school diploma or GEDWorks safely and takes quality seriouslyIs dependable and willing to learnCan follow written and verbal work instructionsHas basic math skills and is comfortable working with measurementsCan recognize problems and ask for assistance when something doesn’t look rightEnjoys working in a hands-on manufacturing environmentIs interested in developing their machining and technical skillsPhysical RequirementsThis is an active manufacturing position. Team members should be comfortable standing and walking throughout the shift and must be able to regularly lift or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.Interested?If you’re ready to take on a new opportunity and continue growing your career with Somic America, we encourage you to apply!