Expansion Machine Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced machine operator to run and set up a heat shrink tubing expansion machine. You will load materials, monitor production, perform quality checks, and maintain documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with adjustable machine parameters, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to make real-time adjustments during unstable operation while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating industrial machinery
• Ability to adjust parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and flow
• Able to perform basic math for setup and checks
• Completion of production paperwork and data entry into computer systems
• Familiar with process tooling and changeovers

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up machines per work instructions.
• Load materials and monitor production for quality checks.
• Print labels and complete documentation accurately.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and organize workspace.
• Perform preventive maintenance and report issues.
• Follow safety protocols and wear required PPE.

Skills

Hands-on machine operation

Real-time process adjustments

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Tools

Calipers

Dial gauges

Scales

Job description

Job Summary:Responsible for operating the heat shrink tubing expansion machine, including setup, loading materials, monitoring quality, and maintaining equipment. Must follow all safety, quality, and manufacturing guidelines, as well as general company policies. We are seeking candidates with hands‑on experience operating industrial machinery—not simple part assembly roles.

The ideal operator has:

• Experience setting up and running machines with adjustable parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and fluid flow.
• Proven progression from trainee/novice to independent operator, requiring minimal supervision.
• Hands‑on experience stabilizing processes by making real‑time adjustments during unstable operation.
• Familiarity with process tooling (dies, guides, etc.), including setup, changeover, cleaning, and basic measurement.
• Skilled use and care of hand tools (wrenches, pliers, hex keys) and measuring instruments (calipers, scales, dial gauges).
• Experience performing manual product quality inspections using hand measurement tools.
• Ability to complete production paperwork and enter data into computer systems.
• Comfortable performing basic math for machine setup, adjustments, and in‑process quality checks.
• Demonstrated learning and skill advancement through training, qualifications, promotions, or operation of multiple processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and set up machines per work instructions.
• Load materials, monitor production, and perform quality checks.
• Print labels and complete documentation accurately.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and work area organization.
• Perform preventive maintenance and report equipment issues.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.

Schedule:1st shift 6:45am-3:15pm.2nd shift 3pm-11pm, and3rd shift 10:45pm-7:15am