Lead Machine Operator — 12-Hour Shift, Day-One Benefits

Sellars-Absorbent-Materials; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flex Spending Account

Dental

Vision

Voluntary Supplemental insurance

Employee Assistance Program

(Paid) Short-term Disability

(Paid) Long-term Disability

401K (100% company match on the first

Job summary

Sellars-Absorbent-Materials is seeking a Lead Machine Operator to supervise a 12-hour shift on a 2-2-3 schedule and to operate and troubleshoot a long production line. You will guide a team and ensure safety and quality on every run.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined with strong leadership, able to lift up to 50 lbs and reach 84 inches. This role offers a hands-on leadership position in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Overall responsibility for managing production on the shift to meet quality and safety standards.
• Provide direction and leadership for the shift production team.
• Ensure safety and compliance with company safety rules and guidelines.
• Maintain quality and workmanship standards for Sellars products.
• Move to relieve bottlenecks and assist teammates to improve processes.
• Promote safety, quality and teamwork on the line.
• Cross-train to handle duties of all team positions.
• Manage and document production processes using Sellars forms and tools.
• Test products using approved quality procedures and equipment.
• Follow team standards and guidelines to sustain production quality.
• Handle changeovers and adjustments (rolls, creping, blades) with team support.
• Record injuries and follow Workplace Injury Packet procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate personal safety and maintain a safe work environment.
• Serve as Team Leader when required.
• Troubleshoot production malfunctions and suggest improvements.
• Hands-on involvement as a production operator.
• Assist with equipment setup, adjustment and operation.
• Assist with roll setup and changeover.
• Perform quality testing and handle material movement.
• Support maintenance as needed.
• Mentor junior operators and train new staff.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Mechanical

Team coordination

Job description

Sellars-Absorbent-Materials is seeking a Lead Machine Operator to supervise a 12-hour shift on a 2-2-3 schedule and to operate and troubleshoot a long production line. You will guide a team and ensure safety and quality on every run.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined with strong leadership, able to lift up to 50 lbs and reach 84 inches. This role offers a hands-on leadership position in a fast-paced environment.