3rd Shift Machine Operator (14001)

Somic America Inc.; Brewer (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Somic America Inc. is seeking a Machining Operator to join our Manufacturing Department. You will set up and operate machining equipment, perform quality checks, and support tool changes and machine setups in a team focused on safety and process improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, adherence to work instructions, and participation in continuous improvement efforts to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Safety and quality are priorities.
• Ability to learn and grow in a hands-on role.
• Willingness to follow written and verbal work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machining equipment to produce parts meeting specifications.
• Perform hourly quality checks using gauges and in-process sheets.
• Complete tool changes and machine setups per procedures.
• Monitor equipment and identify worn tools or malfunctions.
• Make tooling adjustments and offsets as required.
• Perform planned maintenance activities.
• Transact material through AIM and report concerns.
• Submit Kaizen ideas to improve processes.

Skills

Safety minded

Quality focus

Dependable

Follow instructions

Basic math

Problem recognition

Hands-on manufacturing

Machining interest

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machining Operator

Looking 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 Do

As 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 specifications
• Perform hourly quality checks using gauges and in-process check sheets
• Complete machine changeovers following established procedures
• Monitor equipment and identify worn tools, malfunctions, or unusual operating conditions
• Make tooling adjustments and offsets as required
• Change cutting tools and assist with machine setups
• Complete standardized work according to established work instructions
• Complete assigned planned maintenance (PM) activities
• Properly transact material through AIM
• Identify and report safety, quality, equipment, or material concerns
• Help contain suspect material when quality concerns are identified
• Submit Kaizen ideas and look for opportunities to make our processes better

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Has a high school diploma or GED
• Works safely and takes quality seriously
• Is dependable and willing to learn
• Can follow written and verbal work instructions
• Has basic math skills and is comfortable working with measurements
• Can recognize problems and ask for assistance when something doesn’t look right
• Enjoys working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment
• Is interested in developing their machining and technical skills

Physical Requirements

This 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.