Lead Machine Operator: Setup, Quality & Team Leadership

Paylocity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

FSA

Life options

LTD/STD options

401(k)

Job summary

Paylocity seeks an experienced manufacturing operator to set up and operate machinery in the Manufacturing Department with minimal supervision. You will inspect materials and in-process work, complete related paperwork, and lead the manufacturing team by example in work quality and reliability.

The role requires reading drawings, operating multiple machines, and maintaining 5S in the work area. You will collaborate with other departments as needed and may handle shift responsibilities including

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Experience using measurement tools (calipers, rulers, gauges).
• Strong English reading/writing and communication skills.
• Ability to lead by example and train team members.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to detect quality issues.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Ability to work with others and teams; good attendance.
• Able to adjust and adapt to obstacles and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, clean and maintain machines.
• Verify processes and drawings before production runs.
• Set up machines per drawings within defined setup times.
• Inspect materials and in-process output for quality and print accuracy.
• Troubleshoot machine-related issues including tension and settings.
• Process and file associated paperwork for completed work.
• Complete tasks timely according to schedule.
• Operate multiple machines with minimal supervision.
• Lead manufacturing area through example in attitude and dependability.
• Communicate with other departments as required.
• Maintain and improve 5S in the work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Read assembly drawings

Lead and train others

Quality awareness

Paperwork handling

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Gauges

Comparators

Job description

Paylocity seeks an experienced manufacturing operator to set up and operate machinery in the Manufacturing Department with minimal supervision. You will inspect materials and in-process work, complete related paperwork, and lead the manufacturing team by example in work quality and reliability.

The role requires reading drawings, operating multiple machines, and maintaining 5S in the work area. You will collaborate with other departments as needed and may handle shift responsibilities including