Entry-Level Production Operator - Safe, Efficient Manufacturing

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Neillsville (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Neillsville, Wisconsin is looking for an individual to operate basic machinery and ensure efficient production processes. Responsibilities include loading materials, monitoring machine operations, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and possess basic understanding of production, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team environment. Flexibility in performing various tasks and adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education required.
• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes needed.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates basic machinery according to standard operating procedures.
• Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
• Monitors machine operations and reports issues.

Skills

Basic understanding of machinery and production processes

Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a team environment

Basic math skills

Computer skills including ERP systems

Fluent in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent education

Job description

Responsible for operating basic machinery and ensuring efficient production processes under supervision. This role involves following established procedures, maintaining safety standards, and performing routine checks to ensure product quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
• Monitors machine operations and reports any issues to the supervisor.
• Performs routine checks and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Adheres to all safety and company policies.
• Assists in troubleshooting machine issues.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Skills Requirements

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer skills including ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location.
  
  

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred but not required.
  
  

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Some physical demand; often lifts light to heavy-weight material. Frequent lifting/moving average weight (up to 50lbs/11-27 kgs) material.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to stand and / or walk constantly over a full work shift on concrete (8-12 hours).
• May be exposed to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours).